Foliage, flowers, and seed pods of a mature Baptisia tinctoria (Yellow Wild Indigo)
Close-up of the yellow flowers on the tips of Baptisia tinctoria (Yellow Wild Indigo) branches
Close up of Baptisia tinctoria (Small Yellow Wild Indigo) seed pods.

Baptisia tinctoria (Yellow Wild Indigo) Unity Grown

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Baptisia tinctoria, commonly referred to as yellow wild indigo or horseflyweed, is a small, native perennial wildflower that yields small, vibrant yellow flowers from May to June. Growing to only two to three feet tall and wide, flowers form on dense, mounded branch tips and attract a number of pollinators including bees and butterflies. In summer, flowers begin transitioning to striking black seed pods, providing attractive interest and persisting through winter; winter seed presence makes yellow wild indigo especially valuable to migrating birds.

Well adapted to dry conditions and tolerant of poor soils, Baptisia tinctoria is a hardy species, but is not recommended for transplantation after establishment due to its deep-growing taproot. Although it is smaller than other Baptisia species, yellow wild indigo's bright flowers and dense, shrubby behavior make it an excellent addition to a variety of garden spaces.

Native to U.S., Native to Maryland, Straight Species, and Native to Eastern Shore
Mature Plant Height: Short: 12-29"
Deciduous
Sun (6+ hours) and Part Shade/Sun (4-6 hours of sun)
Soil Moisture: Wide Tolerance and Well-drained
Soil Type: Acidic, Sand, Loam, and Wide Tolerance
Bloom Time: Spring and Summer
Flower Color: Yellow
Foliage color: Green
Features: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Birds, Host Plant for Butterflies or Moths, Winter Interest, and Fall Color
Tolerances: Deer Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, and Salt Tolerant
Garden Type: Pollinator Garden, Meadow, Small Space, and Rock Garden

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