Lupinus polyphyllus 'Russell Noble Maiden' – elegant white flower clusters for gardens and borders

Lupinus polyphyllus 'Russell Noble Maiden' is a beautiful perennial from the renowned Russell series, known for its long, upright flower clusters in bright white. This cultivar combines vigorous growth, winter hardiness, and long-lasting blooms, making it a striking eye-catcher in borders, prairie gardens, and cutting gardens.

The white flower clusters of 'Noble Maiden' exude elegance and contrast beautifully with colorful border plants such as pink or purple lupines, blue salvia, or yellow rudbeckia. Lupinus polyphyllus 'Russell Noble Maiden' also attracts beneficial insects such as bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, contributing to a biodiverse garden.

Characteristics of Lupinus polyphyllus 'Russell Noble Maiden'

• Flower color: bright white

• Height: 90–120 cm

• Flowering period: May – June, with the possibility of re-flowering when deadheading is removed

• Leaf: palmate, fresh green

• Winter hardy: yes

In the first year, the plant forms a sturdy rosette of leaves. In the second year, impressive flower clusters appear: vertical spikes abundantly filled with bright white flowers. Its upright, stately growth and abundant blooms make this Lupine ideal as an accent plant or as part of a grouping in a border.

Location and care

Lupinus polyphyllus 'Russell Noble Maiden' grows best in a sunny to lightly shaded spot in well-drained, humus-rich soil. It does not tolerate heavy or wet soil well. The plant is winter-hardy and can remain in the same location for several years.

Care tips:

• Sow directly in the open ground from March to June or start indoors for later planting out.

• Provide water during dry periods, especially in the first year.

• Remove faded flower clusters to encourage reblooming.

• Divide older plants to maintain vitality and flowering.

In addition, Lupinus fixes nitrogen in the soil, which is beneficial for surrounding plants.

Application in garden and border

The white Lupinus 'Noble Maiden' is perfect for medium to tall borders, cutting gardens, and prairie gardens. The upright, white flower clusters create an elegant contrast with nearby colorful or pastel-colored plants. Ornamental grasses or green groundcovers create an airy backdrop, making the vertical flowers stand out even more.

Thanks to its sturdy stems, this lupine is also very suitable as a cut flower. The flowers retain their shape and color for a long time in a vase, making them popular for bouquets, flower arrangements, and dried flowers.

Why choose Lupinus polyphyllus 'Russell Noble Maiden'?

✔ Tight, white flower clusters – elegant in any border
✔ Long flowering period with a chance of repeat flowering
✔ Winter hardy and easy to maintain
✔ Attractive to bees, bumblebees and butterflies
✔ Ideal for borders, cutting gardens and prairie gardens
✔ Soil-improving through nitrogen fixation