| Common Name | Blue False Indigo |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Baptisia |
| Species | Australis |
| Origin | North America |
| Blooming | Spring to early summer, pea-like blue flowers on tall spikes |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Blue-grey |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam or clay soil with good drainage. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Drought tolerant once established. Water regularly during first growing season, then reduce significantly in summer.
Full sun exposure required for best flowering, tolerates partial shade but may flop.
Low nutrient needs. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage at expense of flowers.
Cut back dead stalks after flowering; cut back to ground level in late autumn or early spring.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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