Lupin The Governor (Blue) If you grow traditional planting schemes or opt for cottage garden displays, why not try something different and add a modern twist with the unique, bicolour purple and white blooms of Lupin \'The Governor\'. This tough, robust perennial grows marvellous, tall flower spikes from early summer, with each spire packed full of attractive pea-like flowers. This cottage garden favourite is perfect for contributing architectural structure to garden borders and woodland planting schemes while bursting with colour from head to toe. Height: 90cm (35). Spread: 60cm (24).