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Amorpha roemeriana
Also Known As
- Texas Indigo Bush
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-10'
- W: 3'-8'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Amorpha roemeriana plant details
Amorpha roemeriana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Amorpha roemeriana
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Amorpha roemeriana
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Amorpha roemeriana
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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See other plant types of Amorpha for your garden
aka Amorpha 'Nana', False Indigo
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-36"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Bastard Indigo, Desert Leadwort, False Indigo
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Leadplant
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
2a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-48"
Width: 24"-30"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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