Baptisia bracteata

Also Known As

Cream Wild Indigo
Longbract Wild Indigo

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-10a

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Baptisia bracteata plant details

Baptisia bracteata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies 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 average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Baptisia bracteata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baptisia bracteata

USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Treasured for its gorgeous clusters of lush cream flowers, the low growing and compact legume of Baptisia bracteata create a stunning effect! Cream False Indigo is extremely long-lived ? individual plants are known to live for decades! Plant in any well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Also commonly known as Cream Wild Indigo or Longbract Wild Indigo. Hardy to Zones 4 - 9.