Baptisia australis #2
Baptisia australis #2
Blue False Indigo
Classic blue indigo blooms, native staple, tough and long-lived
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Indigo blue pea-like flowers, followed by dark seedpods. Very hardy, but slow-growing. Use as a specimen or background plant. Mid to late spring bloom. Native. Tolerates drought and poor soil. 3-4' tall, 2-4' spread.
Botanical Name- Baptisia australis
Pronunciation- bap-TIZ-ee-uh aw-STRAL-iss
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well drained
Current Size- #2
Bloom Color- Blue
Bloom Time- Mid to late spring
Companion Plants- Coreopsis lanceolata (native prairies with yellow contrast)
Fauna Attracted- Bumblebees (specialist pollinators), butterflies, beneficial wasps
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP4
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late winter; avoid overfertilizing and support with stakes if needed.
Trimming Instructions- Trim to the ground in late fall or early spring.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) lightly in spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilizing can lead to weak stems, especially in heavier clay soils.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, root rot
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