Taxonomic Name: Thermopsis caroliniana

Common Name: Carolina Lupine

Type: Herbaceous Perennial

Garden: Willow Prairie

Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8

Bloom Time: June to June

Height: 36-48 inches

Light Requirements: Full sun

Soil Conditions: Tolerates periodic drought, Average well-drained soil

Flower Color: Yellow

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Special Characteristics:

• Blooms resemble Lupine and Baptisia
• great cut flower
• Thrives in dry soil