Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Canna × generalis
Cannaceae · flowers
Lupinus polyphyllus
Fabaceae · flowers
Canna Lily (Zones 7-11)
Lupine (Zones 4-7)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 7–7
| Feature | Canna Lily | Lupine |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Canna × generalis | Lupinus polyphyllus |
| Family | Cannaceae | Fabaceae |
| Category | flowers | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium to High | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Well-drained, Slightly Acidic |
| Height | 6' | 4' |
| Spread | 2' | 2' |
| Bloom Season | Summer-Fall | Late Spring-Summer |
| Bloom Color | Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink | Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | Tropical Americas | North America |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Canna Lily
Lupine
Canna Lily
Lupine
Choose Canna Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium to high water in zones 7–11.
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 7–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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