SKU: 1477 Baptisia Australis, False Indigo plant in a 4 inch pot

• Color: Indigo-blue flower spikes in late spring; blue-green foliage; black seed pods in fall.

• Fragrance: Light, sweet fragrance.

• Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators; resistant to deer and rabbits.

• Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA zones 3–9.

• Sun Preferences: Full sun is best; tolerates light shade but may flower less.

• Drought Tolerance: Excellent once established; thrives in average to poor soils.

• Height/Spread: Forms a bushy clump 3–4 feet tall and wide.

Planting Instructions (from a 3.5" pot into the ground):

1. Timing: Plant in spring or fall when temperatures are mild.

2. Location: Select a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Avoid frequent transplanting, as Baptisia develops deep taproots.

3. Preparation: Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and equal in depth.

4. Planting: Remove the plant from the pot, gently loosen the roots, and place it in the hole so the crown is level with the soil surface.

5. Backfill: Replace soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly.

6. Spacing: Space plants 3 feet apart to accommodate mature spread.

7. Aftercare: Water regularly the first year to establish roots; once established, it requires little supplemental water. Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Cut stems back to the ground in late fall or early spring before new growth emerges.

💙 Baptisia australis is a striking, tough, and pollinator-friendly perennial that provides years of dependable beauty and structure in the garden with very little care.