Proven Winners® Staircase™ Rose White Lupine

The Staircase™ Rose White Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus 'Staircase Rose White') is a breathtaking perennial that sends up tall, architectural spires of pink and white bicolor flowers in late spring to early summer. As part of the Proven Winners® Staircase™ series, this Lupine boasts improved vigor, more floriferous blooms, and a well-branched habit that makes it a showstopper in any garden!

This perennial forms an attractive mound of lush, palmate foliage, which remains deep green throughout the growing season. Reaching 18-24 inches tall and wide, it provides vertical interest and a wildflower or alpine-garden feel, making it an excellent choice for mixed perennial beds. When spent blooms are removed, this Lupine may send up a second flush of flowers later in the season, making it a rewarding addition to any landscape.

Lupines are Pea-family plants, known for their ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, enriching the ground for neighboring plants. In addition to their ornamental beauty, Lupines hold symbolic meaning—often associated with imagination, happiness, and renewal!

Key Features

• Tall, striking spires of soft pink and white fragrant blooms
• Blooms in late spring to early summer, with potential reblooming
• Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Lush, deeply lobed foliage stays attractive all season
• A member of the Pea family (Fabaceae), Lupines have nitrogen-fixing properties
• Best suited for zones 4-8, thriving in cooler climates

Landscaping Uses

A favorite of pollinators, including butterflies and hummingbirds, its delicately fragrant flowers add a romantic charm to cottage gardens, borders, and wildflower plantings. With its vertical form and striking flower spikes, the Staircase™ Rose White Lupine makes an eye-catching feature in any garden.

• Cottage Gardens for a romantic, vintage feel
• Rock Gardens and Mixed perennial borders to add height and contrast
• Wildflower meadows where it naturalizes well
• Pollinator gardens to support bees and butterflies
• Cut flower arrangements for elegant, long-lasting bouquets
• Containers for a striking patio display (if given deep pots)
• The deep tap roots make them drought-tolerant and prevent erosion
• Mass plantings for a striking seasonal display
• Salt-tolerant and ideal for coastal landscapes.

Care and Maintenance

These native plant cultivars prefer cool summers and thrive in USDA zones 4-8, where they appreciate well-drained soils and ample sunlight. This herbaceous perennial is easy to grow when given the right conditions. It thrives in cool summer climates, prefers well-drained soil, and does not tolerate hot, humid conditions well.

• Planting Time: Early spring or fall
• Sun Needs: Full sun to light shade (best flowering in full sun)
• Soil Needs: Prefers rich, well-draining soil; does not tolerate heavy clay
• Moisture Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil but is somewhat drought-tolerant once established
• Mulch Needs: A 3-4 inch layer of bark mulch helps retain moisture and regulate temperature
• Pruning Info: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; cut back in fall after foliage dies back.
• Special Needs/Perks/Growing Tips:
• Deer and rabbit resistant
• Fixes nitrogen and enriches the soil
• Thrives in cooler summer regions; struggles in extreme heat

Elevate Your Garden With Stunning Pink & White Blooms

The Proven Winners® Staircase™ Rose White Lupine adds an elegant, towering charm to gardens with its soft pink and white flower spikes. Whether used in perennial beds, pollinator gardens, or as a cut flower, its nitrogen-fixing ability and deer resistance make it a fantastic addition to any landscape.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Staircase™ Rose White Lupine rebloom?
Yes! While its main bloom period is in late spring to early summer, deadheading can encourage a second, lighter flush of blooms later in the season.

Can I grow Lupines in containers?
Yes, but they need very deep pots to accommodate their long taproots. Choose a large, well-draining container and provide plenty of sun.

Do Lupines come back every year?
Yes! Lupines are herbaceous perennials, meaning they die back in winter but return each spring, often bigger and better.