Product Description
Baptisia 'Plum Rosy' PPAF (25) Bare Root Plants
Common Name: False Indigo
A beautifully elegant bicolor Baptisia that bursts onto the scene in late spring to early summer. Newest flowers open mauve pink and lighten to near white with age. Both flower colors are present on the stem for a beautiful bicolor effect. Use in place of a shrub for a statement piece in the garden. A long lived and drought tolerant perennial.
Baptisia is easy to grow and will thrive with little maintenance. There are many potential applications in the landscape including meadow plantings, as a backdrop in borders, or as a specimen. Plants are very long-lived once established.
Baptisia grows best in full sun, though it tolerates light shade. If grown in too much shade, plants may require staking. Baptisia is easily grown in poor to average soil that is well-drained. Once established, it is moderately drought tolerant because of its tough, deep taproot. This perennial native may take a couple of seasons to become established but is very long-lived once mature. Avoid disturbing established clumps.
Height: 3.5-4.0 Feet
Spread: 3.5-4.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Pink shades, Multicolored
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun to Part Shade
Low Water Needs
Poor to Average Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Spring to Early Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
Growth Rate: Slow
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Dried Flower, Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant
Baptisia 'Plum Rosy' is a beautiful and unique variety of False Indigo. Here is what you should know about it:
Key Features:
- Bicolor Blooms: 'Plum Rosy' boasts stunning bicolor flowers. The new flowers open in a lovely mauve-pink shade, and as they mature, they lighten to near white. This creates a beautiful two-toned effect with both colors present on the stem simultaneously.
- Elegant Form: It has a vase-like habit with tall, upright stems that add vertical interest to the garden.
- Long Blooming Period: 'Plum Rosy' blooms in late spring to early summer, providing a long-lasting display of color.
- Easy Care: Like other Baptisia varieties, it is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow and requires minimal care.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, it is moderately drought tolerant, making it a great choice for dry gardens or areas with limited watering.
- Native Plant: Baptisia is native to North America, making it a valuable addition to native plant gardens and supporting local ecosystems.
Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily) for optimal growth and flowering.
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil. It can tolerate poor soil conditions.
- Watering: Water regularly until established, then reduce watering frequency.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4-9, meaning it can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Uses in the Garden:
- Specimen Plant: Its unique bicolor blooms and elegant form make it an excellent choice for a focal point in the garden.
- Borders: Adds vertical interest and color to borders and mixed plantings.
- Meadow Gardens: Thrives in meadow gardens and naturalized settings.
- Cut Flowers: The long-lasting flowers can be enjoyed in bouquets and floral arrangements.
Additional Tips:
- Baptisia develops a deep taproot, so it is best to plant it in its permanent location as it can be difficult to transplant once established.
- It may take a couple of years for Baptisia to reach its full size and bloom profusely.
- Deadheading spent flowers can help encourage more blooms.
- Baptisia is a long-lived perennial that will provide years of enjoyment in your garden.
Baptisia 'Plum Rosy' is a truly captivating plant with its unique bicolor flowers and elegant form. It is a great choice for adding a touch of sophistication and long-lasting color to your garden.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
