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  Baptisia australis
  Baptisia australis
 
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ZONES: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
EXPOSURE: full sun, part shade
MATURE SIZE: 3 - 4'h
SHIPMENT SIZE: 4" grower pot
BLOOMS: late spring to early summer

Quantity in Stock: 144

Availability: 3/14/2011
Product Code: BAP-AUS
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Baptisia may not be one of the fastest perennials to reach mature size, but it is unquestionably one of the loveliest, and often commands a premium price. Indigo blue, or violet blooms atop flower spikes. Easily grown in average, dry to medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Tolerates drought and poor soils, but prefer a rich, moist well drained garden soil. There are no serious insect or disease problems.  Over time, plants develop slowly expanding clumps with deep and extensive root systems, and should not be disturbed once established. Plants take on more of a shrubby appearance and tend to open up after bloom. Trimming or shearing foliage after bloom helps maintain rounded plant appearance, but eliminates the developing seed pods which are so attractive. Taller plants may need support, particularly when grown in part shade locations. Suitable for borders, cottage gardens, prairies, meadows and native plant gardens. Natural range is from South-central to Eastern United States.
 
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COMMON NAME: Blue False Indigo
SPREAD: 36 - 48"
FLOWER COLOR: indigo blue
SOIL/WATER: Well drained soil; drought tolerant

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