In Latin, lupinus actually means wolfish and like the wolf that often takes from the fold, the wild lupine was once thought to leach mineral content from soil. Lupine can be found in barren spots with poor soils, so it was assumed that these delicate flowers had taken nutrients from the soil so no other plants could cohabitate with them. The reality is they can live in such places because the bacteria in their roots removes nitrogen from the air, fixes it inside the plant and supplies nitrogen fertilizer that the soil lacks.
These plants are low maintenance, don't require a lot of care after planting and are perfect for adding a splash of color to your garden!