When to Plant Lupine in Montrose, California (91021)

Location

Montrose, California

ZIP Code

91021

USDA Zone

10a

Last Frost

Sunday, January 25, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, December 28, 2025

Based on last frost Sunday, January 25, 2026 · Zone 10a

Pro tip: Sow Lupine directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Lupinus polyphyllus

Days to Maturity 365 days

Mature Height 24-48"

Spread 24"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

18" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 14-21 days

Ready to Plant Lupine in Montrose?

Get your seeds now so they're ready by Sunday, December 28, 2025.

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🤝 Good Companions

CarrotBrassicasCorn

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Fennel

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Lupine

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow seed pods to dry on the plant — pods will turn black and begin to twist when fully ripe.

Processing

Collect before pods explode and fling seeds. Shell pods, dry seeds 1 week.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Lupine seeds have a hard coat — nick with sandpaper or soak 24 hours before sowing to improve germination.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 14 plants of Lupine. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lupine in Montrose, California? +

In Montrose (Zone 10a), direct sow Lupine outdoors around Sunday, December 28, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Montrose, California? +

The average last spring frost date for Montrose, California (ZIP 91021) is around Sunday, January 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10a.

How long does Lupine take to grow? +

Lupine typically matures in about 365 days from direct sowing. In Montrose, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, December 28, 2025 plus 365 days.

Should I start Lupine indoors or direct sow in California? +

Lupine does best when direct sown outdoors. In Montrose, sow directly around Sunday, December 28, 2025.

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Growing Lupine in Zone 10a

Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Montrose, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, January 25, 2026. Lupine grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.