Honey Roasted False Indigo
Spring Planting: this product will be shipped late April through May according to your hardiness zone.
Baptisa. If you've ever seen an established clump of False Indigo in all its glory, you know what a remarkable plant it really is. The foliage alone is simply fabulous with a eucalyptus like silvery sage-green colour. 'Honey Roasted produces huge spikes of bi-colour mahogany and yellow flowers. Height 36-42". No.1 root.
Sold as: Pkg of 1
| Qty | Desc | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pkg of 1 | $ 28.95 / pkg |
| 2 | Pkg of 1 | $ 26.00 / pkg |
| 3 | Pkg of 1 | $ 24.60 / pkg |
| 4+ | Pkg of 1 | $ 23.15 / pkg |
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Growing Information
Upon Arrival:
It is very important to plant as soon as possible after you receive them. If it is necessary to store them for a short time before planting them, open the plastic bags. If the roots appear dry, soak them for a few hours in warm water. Store in slightly moist peat moss in a cold, but not freezing location until you can plant. They can also be placed in pots of soil if planting will be delayed for more than 2 weeks. Use any peat-based potting soil and pots with drainage holes.
Soak bare-root perennials in water for a few hours before planting.
Planting:
Plant with the top of the dormant growth points about 1" below the soil, or if the plants are already actively growing just make sure the top of the roots are about 2 to 3" underground. None of the roots or crown should be showing after planting, so some sprouts can be deeper than others which is fine. 36" apart or more - in some conditions we've seen Baptisia reach 4 to 5 feet wide. Mulch lightly after planting. If the crown becomes exposed it should be covered with soil or they tend to struggle or fail to get established.
Growing:
Baptisia plants need plenty of sun and once established, are extremely drought tolerant. No pruning is necessary, though some gardeners prefer to remove the dark seed pods as part of their Baptisia plant care regimen. Others like the look of the dark pods and leave them as contrast in the garden.