Baptisia Sparkling Sapphires PW#2
Baptisia Sparkling Sapphires PW#2
Sparkling Sapphires Baptisia
Vivid purple flowers with dark stems, bright early summer presence
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Vivid violet blue flowers with a pale yellow keel are produced on 8" long spikes in spring. A compact, smaller size False Indigo well suited to urban landscapes. Attractive to butterflies. Native to North America. Decorative seed pods in fall. 2 1/2-3'
Botanical Name- Baptisia Sparkling Sapphires
Pronunciation- bap-TIZ-ee-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained
Current Size- #2
Bloom Color- Violet blue
Bloom Time- Mid to late spring
Companion Plants- Liatris spicata (striking purple spires together)
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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