Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Lilium asiaticum
Liliaceae · bulbs
Lupinus polyphyllus
Fabaceae · flowers
Asiatic Lily (Zones 3-8)
Lupine (Zones 4-7)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–7
| Feature | Asiatic Lily | Lupine |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lilium asiaticum | Lupinus polyphyllus |
| Family | Liliaceae | Fabaceae |
| Category | bulbs | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained | Well-drained, Slightly Acidic |
| Height | 3' | 4' |
| Spread | 1' | 2' |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer | Late Spring-Summer |
| Bloom Color | Orange, Red, Yellow, Pink | Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | Asia | North America |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Asiatic Lily
Lupine
Asiatic Lily
Lupine
Choose Asiatic Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–8.
Choose Lupine if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 4–7.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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