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Baptisia (False Indigo)

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Baptisia (False Indigo)

The False Indigo is a long-lived, shrubby perennial admired for its pea-like flowers and bushy, blue-green foliage. Native to North America, it adds bold color and structure to perennial borders and prairie-style gardens.

Baptisia Australis

Origin: Central/ Eastern North America

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9

Pros:

  • Low maintenance & drought tolerant – thrives in poor soils with little care

  • Seasonal interest – spring flowers, summer seed pods, and striking foliage

Cons:

  • Slow to establish – may take a couple of years to reach full size

  • Deep taproot – difficult to transplant once mature