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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

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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

Gardening facts about Amorpha roemeriana plant

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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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
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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
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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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