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Baptisia australis var. minor

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Baptisia australis var. minor (blue false indigo) bears showy and greyish violet flowers during late spring to early summer. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture. Baptisia australis var. minor (blue false indigo) bears showy and grey fruit. A specimen plant, Baptisia australis var. minor (blue false indigo) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, dried flowers, naturalization and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Baptisia australis var. minor . Baptisia australis var. minor is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Be advised that Baptisia australis var. minor (blue false indigo) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.