{"product_id":"dwarf-blue-indigo-baptisia","title":"Dwarf Blue Indigo (Baptisia)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDwarf Blue Indigo (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: Google Sans, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"\u003eBaptisia australis\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: Google Sans, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\" style=\"font-family: Google Sans, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"\u003eminor\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e) often called False Indigo is \u003cstrong\u003enative to Tennessee. \u003c\/strong\u003eDwarf Blue Indigo is a perennial wildflower that forms a small \"shrub\" shape; excellent for landscaping. Smaller than, but similar to, its cousin \u003cem\u003eBaptisia\u003c\/em\u003e australis, \u003cem\u003eBaptisia minor \u003c\/em\u003eprefers full-sun, well-drained sites and is tolerant of heat and drought. Like Baptisia australis, Dwarf Blue Indigo is also one of the host plants for many native insects. As a piece of information,  Species of genus Baptisia are legumes. Most legume species harbor beneficial bacteria called rhizobia on their roots. Genus-specific strains of this bacterium called inoculum can aid in the fixation of atmospheric nitrogen and improve long-term health of native plant communities. Inoculum is naturally-occurring in most soils and additional amendment is usually not needed. However, in low fertility soils it may be necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCare\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Best in full sun. Tolerates drought and poor soils. This plant is effective in the landscape when used for borders, cottage gardens,\u003cstrong\u003e prairies, meadows \u003c\/strong\u003eand native plant gardens. Can also be effective in naturalized settings. It looks best as a specimen or in small groups in gardens. Best grown in zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eIt grows up to 3 feet tall and just as wide. Its striking vertical form and ability to serve as a focal point when blooming each spring can make this plant a garden star. In Tennessee, its spiky blooms usually last 3 to 4 weeks during April.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eToxicity\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003eGenerally considered safe for pets, but it can be considered midly toxic. The plant contains a milky sap that can cause skin irritation upon contact and mild gastrointestinal issues (vomiting, diarrhea, appetite loss) if eaten in large quantities. Highly regarded as deer resistant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EVERWILDE FARMS","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Liner","offer_id":49972233044207,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/amgardens.com\/products\/dwarf-blue-indigo-baptisia","provider":"America's Gardens Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}