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Baptisia Australis (False Indigo)

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Baptisia australis (false Indigo)

Baptisia Australis (False Indigo)

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Position: full sun
Soil: deep, moist but well-drained, neutral to acid soil
Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June Flower colour: dark indigo-blue
Other features: the flowers are followed by dark grey seed-pods; mid- to deep green leaves
Hardiness: fully hardy
Upright spikes of dark indigo-blue, pea-like flowers in June, often flecked white or cream. False indigo is perfect for a well-drained border or a dry, sunny bank. Resist the temptation to cut the plant back in autumn since the seed-pods and slender stems look wonderful frosted in the winter garden.Garden care: Lift and divide large colonies in early spring



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