Broadleaf Lupine

Pollinator habitat: Bigleaf lupine attracts native bees,
bumble bees, and other beneficial insects with its nectar
and pollen-rich flowers that bloom from mid-spring into
mid-summer (Ley et al., 2007). It also attracts
hummingbirds, contributing to the biodiversity of any
site.
Ornamental: Also commonly known as garden lupine, its
pleasant fragrance and tall, showy flowers make the plant
a favorite ornamental for gardeners across the country.
Take care to manage the lupines properly as some
ornamental hybrids can become weedy and problematic.
Restoration: Plants may be used for prairie or wetland
restoration as an important component of the native flora.
They are deep rooted and suitable for erosion control and
soil stabilization. Also, as a native legume, they can be
used in revegetation of logging roads or clear cuts as
nitrogen fixers (Pojar and MacKinnon, 1994).