Wild blue indigo

Wild Blue Indigo (Baptisia australis) is a striking native perennial known for its beautiful blue flowers and attractive foliage. It typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing tall spikes of deep blue, pea-like flowers atop sturdy stems. The flowers are followed by seed pods that turn black as they mature, adding further interest to the plant. Wild Blue Indigo's gray-green foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season, forming a bushy clump that provides texture and structure to the garden. This plant is drought tolerant once established and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is an excellent choice for prairie gardens, native plantings, or mixed borders, where it can add color and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. Additionally, Wild Blue Indigo is deer resistant and provides habitat for beneficial insects.