Buy Blue Indigo at TN Nursery. This plant can grow up to 48 inches high. The leaves are a greyish green and when the flowers bloom in the spring, they are a beautiful purple. It is drought-tolerant and grows best in areas without much shade. This plant is even beautiful when it's not blooming because of the color of the leaves. The flowers are sometimes fragrant and certain parts of the plant are poisonous if they're ingested. The plant is mainly native to the northwest but has been introduced far beyond it's natural range. The Cherokees used the flower as a source of natural blue dye. It can naturally be found in meadows or along streams or lakes.
These plants are ideal for a pond or water garden. They will add that natural look to the area. They will add beauty to any water garden.
These plants will be beautiful around your water garden or pond. They will provide you with beautiful blooms during the spring and summer.
Zones- 3-10
Mature Height- 3-4 feet
Mature width- 2 feet
Growth/year- Perennial
Sunlight-full sun
Soil conditions- Very moist soil
Botanical Name-Baptisia Australis