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Lauren Bradbury

Should you deadhead lupins? Experts explain how this one task can improve the longevity of this cottage garden favourite

Lush green border next to a black fence planted with ferns, geranium and lupin.

As well as being incredibly easy to grow, the large flower spikes and colourful blooms of the lupin makes a statement in any garden. But all good things must come to an end, and every year gardeners ask themselves the same question: Should you deadhead lupins?

Perfect for any cottage garden idea, lupins are sun-loving plants that can add height, colour, and texture to your outdoor space. And while knowing when to plant lupin seeds and how to propagate lupins are essential pieces of information every lupin owner should know, the blooming period of lupins isn’t quite as black and white.

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