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Baptisia bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball'

Also Known As

  • Baptisia leucophaea 'Butterball'
  • Butterball Redneck Lupine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-18"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-10a

Baptisia bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball' plant details

Baptisia bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baptisia bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: 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 bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball' plant

How to Grow Baptisia bracteata var. glabrescens 'Butterball'

  • Sun Exposure

    • 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
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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