Lupine vs Morning Glory

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

Lupine

Lupinus polyphyllus

Fabaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Morning Glory

Ipomoea tricolor

Convolvulaceae · vines

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Lupine (Zones 4-7)

Morning Glory (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–7

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lupine	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Lupinus polyphyllus	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Fabaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	flowers	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained, Slightly Acidic	Well-drained
Height	4'	10'
Spread	2'	2'
Bloom Season	Late Spring-Summer	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	North America	Central America
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Special Traits

Lupine

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Morning Glory

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Lupine

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

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 Lupine and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

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

Do Lupine and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Lupine or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Lupine at 4'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Lupine spreads 2'.

Are Lupine and Morning Glory deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Lupine or Morning Glory?

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

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lupine	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Lupinus polyphyllus	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Fabaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	flowers	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained, Slightly Acidic	Well-drained
Height	4'	10'
Spread	2'	2'
Bloom Season	Late Spring-Summer	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	Blue, Purple, Pink, Yellow	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	North America	Central America
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Care Tips

Lupine

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

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 Lupine and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

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

Do Lupine and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Lupine or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Lupine at 4'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Lupine spreads 2'.

Are Lupine and Morning Glory deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Lupine or Morning Glory?

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