Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Found growing wild in the USA from the Rocky Mountains to New Mexico, Thermopsis rhombifolia var. montana is a lupin-like perennial with yellow flowers in early summer, contrasting with mid-green leaves.

For best results grow Thermopsis rhombifolia var. montana in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Propagate from seed in early spring. Plants resent disturbance so seedlings should be moved to their final position as soon as possible.

Plant calendar

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Sowyesyesyes
Plantyesyes
Flowersyesyesyes

Thermopsis and wildlife

Thermopsis is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Thermopsis poisonous?

Thermopsis has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People

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