Decadence® 'Vanilla Cream II' False Indigo (Baptisia hybrid)
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Meet 'Vanilla Cream II' Baptisia – the perennial that’s as stunning as it is low-maintenance! This beauty has all the charm of its predecessor, but with a little extra flair. Compact and perfectly rounded, it blooms earlier and boasts longer, showier inflorescences. Dark, dramatic charcoal stems support 16-18” panicles of creamy white flowers that seem to last forever, thanks to its branching habit that brings you a second (and sometimes third) flush of blooms. Once flowering finishes, the seed pods start to form, deepening in color and sticking around to add texture well into fall.
Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and practically effortless to grow, Vanilla Cream II is the perfect pick for those who want a beautiful garden without the hassle. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this easy-care native perennial will thrive with minimal attention. Get ready to fall in love with a plant that practically takes care of itself!
- 42 inches tall and 36 inches wide at maturity
- Hardy in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in part to full sun (4+ Hours)
- Space plants 36 inches apart for best results
- Produces creamy white flowers during late spring
- Maintains green foliage and charcoal stems from spring to fall
- Great for borders, cut flowers, dried flowers, landscapes and focal points
- Attracts bees, butterflies and resists deer
- Native to North America, salt tolerant, drought tolerant, deadheading not necessary, fall interest
Care: Fertilize every spring with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food. 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.
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Size at shipping varies by season, plant, and trimming schedules
- Quart perennials are 5-8" tall at shipment
- 0.65 Gallon perennials 6-12" tall at shipment
- 1-Gallon perennials are 6-24" tall at shipment
