Blue False Indigo Baptisia - Organic

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Baptisia australis

3-4' × same.

An early summer stand-out with vibrant blue lupine-like flowers. Native nitrogen-fixing legume is a larval host plant for many butterfly species. Has a bushy habit and short shrub-like vase structure once mature. Seed pods turn black in fall, adding interest to the autumn landscape and offering forage for granivore birds. Will develop an extensive root system, good for holding slopes to prevent erosion.

Plant 3' apart in full sun and well-drained acid soil. Native to eastern and central North America. Z3. (bare-root crowns)

Maine Grown.
ships in spring
Quick Details
Maine Grown
Yes
Lifecycle
perennial
Bloom Color
vibrant blue
Hardy to Zone
3
Additional Information

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ordered on or before February 20 will ship from March through early May, starting with warmer areas and finishing in colder areas.

Orders placed after February 20 will ship from April to May.