Baptisia australis
Blue Indigo
Plant Type: Perennials
a member of the Legume family with strong sturdy stems and small blue-green leaves, long tapering spikes of indigo-blue pea-shaped flowers offer wonderful early summer color, long green peapods turn black in fall and winter for added interest, a slower grower but once establised is worth it
Height: 3-4 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Baptisia
Common Name: Blue Indigo
Large native shrub-like perennial that is very long-lived and drought resistant. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Blooms late spring to early summer and attracts butterflies.
Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
• Sun Tolerant
• Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
Nature Attraction
• Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Good Cut Flower / Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Late Spring / Early Summer
