Baptisia australis

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Baptisia australis

blue false indigo

Baptisia australis, commonly called blue false indigo, is an upright perennial which typically grows 3-4′ tall and occurs in rich woods, thickets and along streambanks from Pennsylvania south to North Carolina and Tennessee. It features purple, lupine-like flowers in erect racemes (to 12″) atop flower spikes extending well above a foliage mound of clover-like, trifoliate, bluish-green leaves (leaflets to 2″
long). Blooms in spring. Flowers give way to inflated seed pods (to 2.5″ long) which turn charcoal black when ripe and have considerable ornamental interest. Seeds rattle around in the blackened pods which were once popularly used by children as rattles. Stems with seed pods are valued additions to dried flower arrangements.

 

 

Native Range: Eastern United States

Zone: 3 to 9

Height: 3.00 to 4.00 feet

Spread: 3.00 to 4.00 feet

Bloom Time: May to June

Bloom Description: Indigo blue

Sun: Full sun to part shade

Water: Dry to medium

Maintenance: Low

Suggested Use: Naturalize

Flower: Showy

Attracts: Butterflies

Fruit: Showy

Tolerate: Rabbit, Drought, Erosion, Clay Soil, Dry Soil, Shallow-Rocky Soil

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ContentBaptisia australis blue false indigo Baptisia australis, commonly called blue false indigo, is an upright perennial which typically grows 3-4' tall and occurs in rich woods, thickets and along streambanks from Pennsylvania south to North Carolina and Tennessee. It features purple, lupine-like flowers in erect racemes (to 12") atop flower spikes extending well above a foliage mound of clover-like, trifoliate, bluish-green leaves (leaflets to 2" long). Blooms in spring. Flowers give way to inflated seed pods (to 2.5" long) which turn charcoal black when ripe and have considerable ornamental interest. Seeds rattle around in the blackened pods which were once popularly used by children as rattles. Stems with seed pods are valued additions to dried flower arrangements.     Native Range: Eastern United States Zone: 3 to 9 Height: 3.00 to 4.00 feet Spread: 3.00 to 4.00 feet Bloom Time: May to June Bloom Description: Indigo blue Sun: Full sun to part shade Water: Dry to medium Maintenance: Low Suggested Use: Naturalize Flower: Showy Attracts: Butterflies Fruit: Showy Tolerate: Rabbit, Drought, Erosion, Clay Soil, Dry Soil, Shallow-Rocky SoilSalvia nemorosa ‘Caradonna’ Perennial Sage USDA Zone: 3-9 The Perennial Sages are invaluable perennials for their rich display of spiky flowers in the early summer border. This selection is medium to tall, with flowers of deep violet-blue held on unusually dark stems. Remove faded blooms to encourage repeat flowering. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant once established. Also tolerates heat and humidity. Plants may be easily divided in early spring or fall. Can be clipped back hard after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage. Attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. Winner of the 2000 Outstanding New Perennial Award by the International Hardy Plant Union. Sun Exposure   Full Sun Soil Type   Normal or Sandy or Clay Soil pH   Neutral or   Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture   Average or Dry or Moist Care Level   Easy Flower Color   Purple Blooming Time   Early Summer   Mid-Summer Foliage Color   Grey Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form    Attracts Butterflies Containers    Cut Flower Deer Resistant    Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant    Massed Flower Head Size   Large Height    20-29 inches Spread    18-23 inches Foot Traffic    None Growth Rate    MediumGaillardia aristata ‘Arizona Sun’ Blanket Flower USDA Zone: 2-9 Blanket Flowers are valuable for their very long season of bloom. This selection blooms profusely even in the first year, forming a low, compact mound. Flowers are large flame-orange daisies with golden-yellow tips, appearing from June into the autumn. Thrives in hot, sunny sites. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Not the best choice for heavy clay soil that will stay wet through the winter. Removing faded flowers will encourage constant blooming. An All America Selections and Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner. Sun Exposure   Full Sun Soil Type   Normal or Sandy Soil pH   Neutral or Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture   Dry Care Level   Easy Flower Color   Gold   Orange Blooming Time Early Summer    Mid-Summer Late Summer Early Fall Foliage Color   Light Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form    Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds    Border Containers    Cut Flower Deer Resistant    Drought Tolerant Edging    Rabbit Resistant Massed Flower Head Size   Large Height   8-12 inches Spread    12-16 inches Foot Traffic    NoneAstilbe japonica ‘Montgomery’ Japanese Astilbe USDA Zone: 3-9 Astilbe are a popular choice for shady gardens, where they perform well if given a rich, moist soil and regular watering. This midsized selection has full plumes of deep cherry red, over a bushy mound of elegant, lacy green leaves. Also thrives in tubs or mixed containers. Fertilize in April and June. Excellent for cutting. Seed heads may be removed or left on the plant for winter interest. Plants should be divided every 2 to 3 years, in early spring. May tolerate full sun in cool summer regions. Sun Exposure   Partial Shade or Full Shade Soil Type   Sandy or Clay Soil pH   Neutral or Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture   Average or Moist Care Level   Easy Flower Color   Red Blooming Time   Early Summer Mid-Summer Foliage Color   Deep Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form   Border Containers   Cut Flower Deer Resistant    Rabbit Resistant Massed Specimen Waterside   Woodland Flower Head Size   Very Large Height    21-23 inches Spread    18-23 inches Foot Traffic    None Growth Rate   MediumEchinacea × hybrida Sombrero® Hot Coral Hybrid Coneflower USDA Zone: 5-9 A new series of Coneflower bred to produce well-branched, sturdy and compact plants featuring a high bud count. This selection produces very large, single flowers with hot, orange-red overlapping petals surrounding a large brown cone. Ideal for sunny borders and growing in mixed containers. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent for cutting. Coneflowers begin blooming midsummer and continue for months if faded flowers are regularly removed. However, keeping some dried flower heads on the plants in fall will provide food for wintering song birds. Dried seed heads also add interest to the winter garden. USPP#23097: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Sun Exposure   Full Sun Soil Type   Normal or Sandy or Clay Soil pH   Neutral or Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture Average or Dry or Moist Care Level   Easy Flower Color   Orange   Red Blooming Time   Mid-Summer   Late Summer   Early Fall Foliage Color   Deep Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form    Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds   Border Containers    Cut Flower Deer Resistant   Dried Flower Drought Tolerant    Massed Specimen Flower Head Size   Large Height    21-23 inches Spread    16-21 inches Foot Traffic    None Growth Rate    MediumMagic Show® 'Enchanted Indigo' Spike Speedwell Veronica

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Color. FULL. Vivid royal purple flower wands are borne prolifically atop the compact, full mound of bright green foliage. Often reblooms in late summer. Plant near the front of the border. Best Seller Salt Tolerant Attracts: Bees, Butterflies Resists: Deer    

Characteristics

    Duration: Perennial Height Category: Medium Garden Height: 16 - 18 Inches Spacing: 16 - 18 Inches Spread: 16 - 18 Inches Flower Colors: Purple Flower Shade: vivid royal purple Foliage Colors: Green Foliage Shade: bright green Habit: Clump Forming Container Role: Filler    

Plant Needs

    Light Requirement: Part Sun to Sun Maintenance Category: Moderate Bloom Time: Early Summer Bloom Time: Mid Summer Hardiness Zones: 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b Water Category: Average Soil Fertility Requirement: Average Soil Soil Fertility Requirement: Fertile Soil Soil PH Category: Acidic Soil Soil PH Category: Alkaline Soil Soil PH Category: Neutral Soil Uses: Border Plant Uses: Container Uses: Cut Flower Uses: Landscape Uses: Mass Planting Maintenance Notes:     Grows best in average to moist, enriched, well-drained soil and full sun. Also grows in part shade but blooms better in sun. Shear back after flowering. Magic Show® 'Enchanted Indigo' Veronicahybrid USPP 26,603, Can 5,336
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