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
Botanic Name
Baptisia australis var. minor
Pronunciation
bap-TIS-ee-uh MY-nor
Mature Height
18 to 24 in.
Mature Spread
18 to 24 in.
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.
Flower Color
blue
Bloom time
early summer
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
central United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,500 ft.
Performance
There are several dwarf wild blue indigo planted at the Water Wise Demonstration Garden, which have performed very well.
Their leaves and overall shape create beautiful, cold-hardy plants.
Maintenance
Cut the stems to ground level in late winter or early spring. This plant a large taproot, so don't try to divide or move after planting.