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Baptisia variicolor 'Twilite'

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Baptisia variicolor 'Twilite' (prairieblues false indigo) bears faded purple blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has foliage that is greyish green in colour. Baptisia variicolor 'Twilite' (prairieblues false indigo) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Baptisia variicolor 'Twilite' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Be aware that Baptisia variicolor 'Twilite' (prairieblues false indigo) is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets.