Texas Bluebonnet Seeds | 50 Seeds

Texas bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis) is an iconic spring wildflower with spikes of blue, white-tipped flowers. It’s easy to grow from seed when planted at the right time and given conditions similar to its native Texas habitat.

About Texas Bluebonnet

• Type: Annual

• Height: 12–24 in (30–60 cm)

• Bloom time: Early to mid-spring

• Native habitat: Prairies, roadsides, open fields

• Special feature: Nitrogen-fixing legume

Growing Texas Bluebonnet from Seed

1. When to Plant

• Fall planting is essential for best results

• Sow seeds in fall so plants can establish roots over winter

• Spring planting often results in poor or no flowering

2. Seed Preparation (Very Important)

Texas bluebonnet seeds have a hard coat and need scarification.

Scarification methods:

• Lightly nick seed coat with a file or sandpaper

• OR soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours

• Plant immediately after treatment

3. Planting the Seeds

• Sow seeds ¼ inch (6 mm) deep

• Space plants 6–12 inches apart

• Firm soil gently after planting

4. Soil & Location

• Sun: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, slightly alkaline soil preferred

• pH: Neutral to alkaline

• Avoid rich, heavily amended soil

Care After Germination

Watering

• Water lightly after planting

• Keep soil slightly moist during establishment

• Once established, bluebonnets are drought tolerant

• Too much water causes weak growth

Growth Habit

• Forms a low rosette in fall and winter

• Sends up flower spikes in early spring

Fertilizer

• Do not fertilize

• Excess nitrogen reduces flowering

Maintenance

• Minimal care required

• Remove weeds while young

• Do not mulch heavily

Seed Saving & Reseeding

• Seed pods form in late spring

• Allow pods to dry and turn brown

• Collect before pods burst open

• Plants readily reseed when seed is allowed to fall naturally

Common Problems

• Poor germination: Seeds not scarified

• No flowers: Planted in spring or too much fertilizer

• Rot: Poor drainage or overwatering

Tips for Success

• Mimic Texas conditions: sun, lean soil, fall planting

• Plant in masses for best display

• Ideal for wildflower meadows and naturalized areas

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