📍 Burrel, CA · Zone 9a · Last frost Friday, February 20, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Lupine in Burrel, California (93607)
Location
Burrel, California
ZIP Code
93607
USDA Zone
9a
Last Frost
Friday, February 20, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Friday, January 23, 2026
Based on last frost Friday, February 20, 2026 · Zone 9a
Pro tip: Sow Lupine directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ 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
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🤝 Good Companions
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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
🟢 EasyWhen 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.
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 Burrel, California? +
In Burrel (Zone 9a), direct sow Lupine outdoors around Friday, January 23, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Burrel, California? +
The average last spring frost date for Burrel, California (ZIP 93607) is around Friday, February 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 9a.
How long does Lupine take to grow? +
Lupine typically matures in about 365 days from direct sowing. In Burrel, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, January 23, 2026 plus 365 days.
Should I start Lupine indoors or direct sow in California? +
Lupine does best when direct sown outdoors. In Burrel, sow directly around Friday, January 23, 2026.
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Growing Lupine in Zone 9a
Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Burrel, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, January 23, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Lupine grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.