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Baptisia australis

Blue False Indigo

Short spikes of deep blue flowers are followed by attractive, curly, black seed pods. Dark blue-green foliage forms a dense, bushy mound.

  • »  Spikes of lupine-like, deep blue flowers
  • »  Attractive, gray-green foliage
  • »  Remains a specimen all season long
  • »  Attractive, seed pods remain after the flowers finish
  • »  These hardy perennials have been known to last for decades
  • »  Excellent cut flower
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July
  • »  Flower Size: 30 cm

1gal
$26.25
2gal Low Inventory
$34.83
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
• Seed
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
• Clumping
• Vase-shape
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Green
Landscape uses
• Foundation planting
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Baptisia australis

 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Baptisia australis

Baptisia are a welcome addition to any perennial garden but require plenty of space. Grow best in a moist, well-drained soil and are quite drought tolerant when established. They should not be moved once established, as they take approximately three years to mature. Pruning plants after flowering can help maintain the shape and prevent seeding, however attractive, seed pods will be lost if pruned.