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Code BAAU
Patent
Plant Type Perennials
Species
Height Tall 3'
Spacing Plant 4' apart
Bloom Time Late Spring to Early Summer
Sun / Shade Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Zones 3-9
Soil Type Normal, Acidic, Sandy
Water Needs Low
Sold In Plantable Pots
A very permanent and arresting perennial with a vase shape, 3-4' tall. Blue/green foliage on silver stems is topped by soft lupine-like flowers from late spring into summer. The black seedpods can be left on for additional ornamental effect or used in dried arrangements. Extremely long lived, so pick a good spot! Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.
Long-lived and typically trouble-free, Baptisia will reach shrub-like proportions at maturity. Baptisia may need 2-3 years of maturity before producing significant flowering but so worth the wait! Good in poor soils. Dislikes being moved when mature. Late fall or spring cleanup may be preferred. Cut to 4-6" when foliage blackens with the cold.