And the best performer of 2003 goes to Lupinus succulentus ‘Rodeo Rose!’ The seed for this gorgeous, California native Lupine came from superb naturalist & horticulturist Roger Raiche. In March, when it formed its fine, blue-green, Lupine leaves, I thought, “nice.” In April, when it formed some beautiful, bright, bi-colored pink & cherry red flower spikes, I thought, “Hey, real nice. This is a keeper!” In May, it kept growing, forming a lovely, bushy, 30” x 30” plant loaded with delightful flowers. By June, I’m in awe. It’s still going & looks terrific. Everyone who sees it begs us for one. By August, it finally went to seed & you can bet we collected every one. Now, you too can fall in love with this rare pink variant of the normally blue “Arroyo Lupine.” Easy, fast & thrives in rich garden soil. If it’s happy, it’ll self-sow & can survive on Winter rains alone. Totally mildew & rust free. A MUST HAVE!

Annie