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Baptisia 'Yellow Towers'

Also Known As

  • Yellow Towers False Indigo

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 48"-52"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Baptisia 'Yellow Towers' plant details

Baptisia 'Yellow Towers' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. 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 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 'Yellow Towers'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 48 IN - 52 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baptisia 'Yellow Towers'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Baptisia 'Yellow Towers' plant

How to Grow Baptisia 'Yellow Towers'

  • 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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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