Baptisia australis

(Blue False Indigo)


$19.99


Hardiness Zones:

 4a  4b  5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b  9a  9b

Quick Overview:

Blue False Indigo is a native herbaceous perennial plant in the bean family (Fabaceae) native to central and eastern North America. The bright, indigo blue flowers form attractive spikes, and the foliage stays attractive throughout the season. This plant was selected as the 1992 NC Wildflower of the Year.  

Description

Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Best in full sun. Tolerates drought and poor soils. Over time, plants develop slowly expanding clumps with deep and extensive root systems, and should not be disturbed once established. May be grown from seed, but takes several years to establish. Plants take on more of a shrubby appearance and tend to open up after bloom. Trimming or shearing foliage after bloom helps maintain rounded plant appearance and obviates a possible need for staking, but eliminates the developing seed pods which are so attractive.   (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)

Additional information

Common Name

Blue False Indigo

Botanical Name

Baptisia australis

Container/Amount

3 gallon

Evergreen or Deciduous

Deciduous

Hardiness Zone

4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Growth Rate

Slow

Light Requirements

Part-shade, Part-sun, Sun

Height

3-4'

Width

3 to 4 ft.

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Blooming Period

mid spring to summer

Flower Color

lavendar blue

Fragrance

No

Foliage Color

green

Deer Resistant

Yes

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