Baptisia lactea var. obovata

Also Known As

Baptisia alba 'Pendula'
Baptisia pendula
False Indigo

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Baptisia lactea var. obovata plant details

Baptisia lactea var. obovata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Baptisia lactea var. obovata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baptisia lactea var. obovata

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Attractive in bud,in flower and in leaf...a choice native perennial? (H. Phillips); gray-green 3-parted leaves and a mass of creamy white pea-like flowers. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

[a.k.a. B. alba 'Pendula'] with white flowers against charcoal, almost black stems. We like the sturdy, upright habit and for us, it hasn't gotten taller than 30". Produces clusters of black, peapod-shaped seedpods. A very tough plant as you expect from

By: Edelweiss Perennials

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Gardening facts about Baptisia lactea var. obovata plant

How to Grow Baptisia lactea var. obovata

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant