Carolina Moonlight False Indigo
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Carolina Moonlight False Indigo |
| Botanical Name | Baptisia australisCarolina Moonlight |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 3 to 4 ft |
| Mature Width | 3 to 4 ft |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | May to June |
| Seasonal Interest | Spring, Summer |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Decorative Fruit, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Notes | Very drought tolerant. |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 9 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Dry,Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Provide even moisture until established then water occasionally in drought conditions. |
| Fertilize Notes | Usually no fertilizer is needed but a slow-release can be used. |
| Prune Notes | Do not deadhead to save decorative seed head or cut after bloom to maintain height. |