Baptisia 'Purple Smoke' #1This smoky purple Baptisia, false indigo, makes a strong statement in a perennial bed, hedge or as a speciman planting. Enchanting flowers open first at the base of the flower stalk, which can top out at 4 1 2'. Black seedpods follow bloom, which can add to the winter garden interest. Blooms: May June Light: full sun to part sun Soil: well drained, regular garden soil Spacing: 36 48" Height at maturity: 36 48" Zones: 3 8 Pro tip: may require staking

Soil - potting mix

or simply just "Sunset"

Cool location indoors may provide a restful winter home before returning outdoors when grown in a pot

If you're looking for a more serene use

providing structure and interest in the vertical space

Daisy like yellow orange flowers brighten up the shade garden

Watering: dry down 10-20%

Aquilegia canadensis is a native wildflower of eastern North America produces masses of nodding

Light: part sun to shade

Top notes: incense smoke

glossy dark foliage

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