David Austin Rose vs Lupine

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

David Austin Rose

Rosa 'Graham Thomas'

Rosaceae · flowers

Medium Maintenance

Lupine

Lupinus polyphyllus

Fabaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)

Lupine (Zones 4-7)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–7

Detailed Comparison

Feature	David Austin Rose	Lupine
Scientific Name	Rosa 'Graham Thomas'	Lupinus polyphyllus
Family	Rosaceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Well-drained, Slightly Acidic
Height	5'	4'
Spread	4'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Late Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow	Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow
Growth Rate	Medium	Medium
Native Region	Hybrid (England)	North America
Maintenance	Medium	Medium

Special Traits

David Austin Rose

No — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Lupine

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

David Austin Rose

✓Prune to shape in late winter.
✓Benefits from regular feeding.
✓Provide good air circulation.
✓Can be trained as a short climber on pillar or wall.

Lupine

✓Don't transplant — deep taproot.
✓Direct sow or plant young.
✓Nick seed coat before planting.
✓Nitrogen-fixing — don't fertilize.
✓Cool summers preferred.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.

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 5–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can David Austin Rose and Lupine grow in the same hardiness zone?

David Austin Rose grows in USDA zones 5-10, while Lupine grows in zones 4-7. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 7.

Do David Austin Rose and Lupine have the same sun and water needs?

David Austin Rose needs full sun and medium water, while Lupine needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, David Austin Rose or Lupine?

David Austin Rose grows taller at 5' compared to Lupine at 4'. David Austin Rose spreads 4' while Lupine spreads 2'.

Are David Austin Rose and Lupine deer resistant?

Lupine is deer resistant, but David Austin Rose is not. If deer are a concern, Lupine is the better choice, or protect David Austin Rose with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, David Austin Rose or Lupine?

Both David Austin Rose and Lupine have medium maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	David Austin Rose	Lupine
Scientific Name	Rosa 'Graham Thomas'	Lupinus polyphyllus
Family	Rosaceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Well-drained, Slightly Acidic
Height	5'	4'
Spread	4'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Late Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow	Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow
Growth Rate	Medium	Medium
Native Region	Hybrid (England)	North America
Maintenance	Medium	Medium

Care Tips

David Austin Rose

✓Prune to shape in late winter.
✓Benefits from regular feeding.
✓Provide good air circulation.
✓Can be trained as a short climber on pillar or wall.

Lupine

✓Don't transplant — deep taproot.
✓Direct sow or plant young.
✓Nick seed coat before planting.
✓Nitrogen-fixing — don't fertilize.
✓Cool summers preferred.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.

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 5–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can David Austin Rose and Lupine grow in the same hardiness zone?

David Austin Rose grows in USDA zones 5-10, while Lupine grows in zones 4-7. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 7.

Do David Austin Rose and Lupine have the same sun and water needs?

David Austin Rose needs full sun and medium water, while Lupine needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, David Austin Rose or Lupine?

David Austin Rose grows taller at 5' compared to Lupine at 4'. David Austin Rose spreads 4' while Lupine spreads 2'.

Are David Austin Rose and Lupine deer resistant?

Lupine is deer resistant, but David Austin Rose is not. If deer are a concern, Lupine is the better choice, or protect David Austin Rose with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, David Austin Rose or Lupine?

Both David Austin Rose and Lupine have medium maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.