Dwarf Wild Blue Indigo

Dwarf wild blue indigo is an attractive smaller version of wild blue indigo. It has the same beautiful oval leaflets. Like the larger variety, the stems arch into a uniform vase shape.

It has spikes of dark blue (almost purple) flowers in early summer. Dwarf wild blue indigo is a good choice where the larger version will be too large.

Dwarf Wild Blue Indigo

Dwarf wild blue indigo is an attractive smaller version of wild blue indigo. It has the same beautiful oval leaflets. Like the larger variety, the stems arch into a uniform vase shape.

It has spikes of dark blue (almost purple) flowers in early summer. Dwarf wild blue indigo is a good choice where the larger version will be too large.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Baptisia australis var. minor

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Pronunciation

bap-TIS-ee-uh MY-nor

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Mature Height

18 to 24 in.

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Mature Spread

18 to 24 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

blue

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Bloom time

early summer

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

central United States

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 3-8

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 7,500 ft.

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