3-Pack Baptisia 'austrailis' False Indigo Perennial. Shade-Loving Perennial with Indigo-Blue Flowers.
3-Pack Baptisia 'austrailis' False Indigo Perennial. Shade-Loving Perennial with Indigo-Blue Flowers.
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Plants depicted in photos are at maturity. We sell starter perennials shipped bare root, as plugs (young plants) or bulbs. Plugs are shipped trimmed to reduce stress during travel. We do not ship plants in containers.
Common Name: False Indigo
Baptisia australis produces delicate indigo-blue flowers arranged in graceful spires that emerge above its distinctive blue-gray foliage during spring. The ornamental seed pods persist through fall, extending visual appeal into the cooler months.
This native perennial thrives in average to dry, well-drained soil with minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes. Naturally occurring from Pennsylvania to North Carolina in woodlands and riparian zones, it demonstrates exceptional hardiness and longevity in garden settings.
This striking perennial displays indigo-blue flowers on elegant spikes reaching up to 12 inches, rising above compact mounds of soft blue-green foliage. Blooming from mid to late spring, the flowers give way to distinctive black seed pods measuring 2-3 inches long that persist through winter, offering extended seasonal interest.
These ornamental pods dry exceptionally well, making them valuable for cut flower and dried arrangement applications. Baptisia australis combines reliable performance with multi-season appeal, thriving in well-drained soil with minimal maintenance once established.
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Baptisia 'austrailis'
- Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9
- Height: 4ft
- Spread: 2-3 feet
- Sunlight: Full Sun and Part Shade
- Foliage: Green
- Flower: Blue
- Bloom Season: Late Spring, Early Summer, Spring, and Summer
- Plant Features: Attracts Butterfiles, Bee Friendly, Deer Resistant, and Drought Tolerant
- Water: Low and Average
- Soil Quality: Poor and Average
- Soil Chemistry: pH 7.0 and ph 6.5
- Growth Rate: Moderate
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