False Indigo 'Decadence Deluxe Periwinkle Popsicle'

Scientific Name: Baptisia australis

Common Name: False Indigo

Hardiness Zone: 4–9

Hardiness Degree: -34°C (-30°F)

Blooming Season: Late Spring to Early Summer

Plant Habit: Upright, Bushy

Characteristics: Eye-catching spikes of smoky violet-blue flowers with a periwinkle hue; attractive blue-green foliage; drought tolerant once established; long-lived and low-maintenance; attracts pollinators; deer resistant; excellent for borders and naturalized areas

Water: Low to Moderate; prefers well-drained soil

Fertilize: Generally not required; amend soil with compost if needed

Spacing: 36–48 inches

Height: 48 - 54" (122 - 137cm)

Width: 36–48 inches

Exposure: Full Sun

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