False Indigo 'Decadence Lemon Meringue'

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, Mounded

Characteristics: Bright lemon-yellow flower spikes held above blue-green foliage; blooms mature to soft buttery yellow; drought tolerant once established; attracts pollinators; deer and rabbit resistant; low-maintenance and long-lived; great for borders and cottage gardens

Water: Low to Moderate; prefers well-drained soil

Fertilize: Minimal feeding; compost in early spring if desired

Spacing: 30–36 inches

Height: 30–36 inches

Width: 30–36 inches

Exposure: Full Sun

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