False Indigo Bush
False indigo bush is a loosely shaped shrub with an irregular form. Its best attribute is its compound leaves.
The graceful leaflets are bright green, turning yellowish in the fall. False indigo bush produces spikes of small, tubular purple and flowers in July, but they are not very noticeable.
Seedlings and sprouts from runners may need to be removed to control the spread. Does not have much winter interest.
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False Indigo Bush
False indigo bush is a loosely shaped shrub with an irregular form. Its best attribute is its compound leaves.
The graceful leaflets are bright green, turning yellowish in the fall. False indigo bush produces spikes of small, tubular purple and flowers in July, but they are not very noticeable.
Seedlings and sprouts from runners may need to be removed to control the spread. Does not have much winter interest.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Amorpha fruticosa
Pronunciation
a-MOR-fa froo-tih-KOH-suh
Mature Height
4 to 10 ft.
Mature Spread
8 to 10 ft.
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.
Flower Color
purple with orange centers
Bloom time
summer
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
North America
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 2-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 6,000 ft.
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