Baptisia australis
False Indigo
![Baptisia australis False Indigo from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-733.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Walters Garden, Inc.
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- Upright spikes of indigo-blue, pea like flowers in bright green foliage blooms during summer
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Cut Flower/ Foliage](image/chars/char-109.png)
Cut Flower/ Foliage
![Dried Flower/ Foliage](image/chars/char-108.png)
Dried Flower/ Foliage
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Spring](image/chars/char-39.png)
Spring
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Baptisia grows best in full sun, though it tolerates light shade. If grown in too much shade, plants may require staking. Baptisia is easily grown in poor to average soil that is well-drained. Once established, it is moderately drought tolerant because of its tough, deep taproot. This perennial native may take a couple of seasons to become established, but is very long-lived once mature. Avoid disturbing established clumps.
Height: 40-48 in
Spacing: 36-48 in
Price Level 1: $13.99 ea./4 for $50~#1
Bloom Color: Blue, Lavender
Zone: 3-9
Price Level 2: $29.99 ea.~#2
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Focal Point
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water