Perennial
Wild Indigo
Baptisia
Varieties We Carry
False BlueBaptisia australisWhiteBaptisia albaPinelandBaptisia lecontei
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95
3 galFrom$24.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Apr 14.
LightFull Sun, Part Sun
WaterLow
Mature size2-4 feet × 2-3 feet
About Wild Indigo
Wild Indigo (Baptisia spp.) is a long-lived native perennial producing erect racemes of pea-like flowers in blue, yellow, or white over attractive gray-green foliage in spring. It is technically hardy to zone 9b but performs best in well-drained, full-sun sites; NE Florida gardeners should choose heat-tolerant species such as Baptisia alba or B. sphaerocarpa for best results. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Yellow, Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Plant Wild Indigo in full sun for the best flowering; it tolerates light partial shade but produces fewer blooms. In NE Florida's intense summer heat, afternoon shade may help reduce stress.
Water
Wild Indigo is drought-tolerant once its deep taproot is established (often 2-3 years). Water regularly during the first season; after establishment, supplemental irrigation is rarely needed except during extreme drought.
Soil & Fertilizer
Thrives in well-drained, nutrient-poor sandy or loamy soil — avoid rich, amended beds, which promote floppy growth. No fertilizer is typically required; excess nitrogen reduces flowering. Soil pH of 5.5-6.5 is ideal.
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Common questions
Is Wild Indigo a good plant for St. Augustine?
Wild Indigo is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 2-4 feet × 2-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.