False Indigo Seeds - Flower Plant

False Indigo is a hardy perennial plant known for its upright branching growth habit and spikes of pea-like flowers. This native ornamental plant grows well in prairie gardens, borders, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscape plantings where full sunlight and well-drained soil are available. It adapts to temperate climates and develops deep-rooted growth with seasonal flowering.

Features

• Produces spikes of pea-like flowers
• Upright branching perennial growth habit
• Suitable for prairie and pollinator gardens
• Adapted to temperate climate conditions
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for naturalized landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Baptisia australis
• Common Name (US): False Indigo
• Seed Type / Variety: Native Perennial Seed
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 3-9
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Spring through summer
• Sowing Season: February to May or September to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-6 weeks with scarification recommended; soil temperature around 65-75°F (18-24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate watering
• Mature Plant Size: 3-4 feet tall, 3-4 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart