Blue False Indigo (Baptisia australis). Herbaceous, spring-flowering perennial Description: Deep indigo blue, pea-like flowers in clusters above shrubby plants with bright blue-green foliage Habit: Grows 3 to 4' feet high Culture: Prefers part shade to full sun and moist but well-drained, moderately rich soil Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 3 Origin: North America Attributes: Drought tolerant, Attracts butterflies The native Blue False Indigo, introduced to Britain by 1724, was grown in early American... - Blue False Indigo (Baptisia australis). |