Dill vs Lupine

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

Dill

Anethum graveolens

Apiaceae · herbs

EdibleDeer ResistantLow Maintenance

Lupine

Lupinus polyphyllus

Fabaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Dill (Zones 2-11)

Lupine (Zones 4-7)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–7

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Dill	Lupine
Scientific Name	Anethum graveolens	Lupinus polyphyllus
Family	Apiaceae	Fabaceae
Category	herbs	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained, Slightly Acidic
Height	3'	4'
Spread	1'	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Late Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow	Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Mediterranean	North America
Maintenance	Low	Medium

Special Traits

Dill

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Lupine

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Dill

✓Direct sow — dill doesn't transplant well due to taproot.
✓Succession plant every 3 weeks.
✓Let some plants go to seed for self-sowing and for harvest.
✓Attracts swallowtail butterflies.

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 Dill if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 4–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Dill and Lupine grow in the same hardiness zone?

Dill grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Lupine grows in zones 4-7. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 7.

Do Dill and Lupine have the same sun and water needs?

Dill 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, Dill or Lupine?

Lupine grows taller at 4' compared to Dill at 3'. Lupine spreads 2' while Dill spreads 1'.

Are Dill and Lupine deer resistant?

Yes, both Dill and Lupine are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Dill or Lupine?

Dill has low maintenance while Lupine has medium maintenance. Dill may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Dill	Lupine
Scientific Name	Anethum graveolens	Lupinus polyphyllus
Family	Apiaceae	Fabaceae
Category	herbs	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained, Slightly Acidic
Height	3'	4'
Spread	1'	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Late Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow	Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Mediterranean	North America
Maintenance	Low	Medium

Care Tips

Dill

✓Direct sow — dill doesn't transplant well due to taproot.
✓Succession plant every 3 weeks.
✓Let some plants go to seed for self-sowing and for harvest.
✓Attracts swallowtail butterflies.

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 Dill if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 4–7. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Dill and Lupine grow in the same hardiness zone?

Dill grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Lupine grows in zones 4-7. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 7.

Do Dill and Lupine have the same sun and water needs?

Dill 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, Dill or Lupine?

Lupine grows taller at 4' compared to Dill at 3'. Lupine spreads 2' while Dill spreads 1'.

Are Dill and Lupine deer resistant?

Yes, both Dill and Lupine are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Dill or Lupine?

Dill has low maintenance while Lupine has medium maintenance. Dill may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.