White Wild Indigo

White Wild indigo ( Baptisia alba ), offered by the seed company Northern Wildflowers, is an elegant perennial of the legume family.

Its spectacular white, pea-like flowers bloom in June and July, forming magnificent flower spikes that attract bumblebees and butterfly caterpillars. Fast growing, this hardy plant is perfect for structuring garden borders or adding a splash of natural colour.

Spread : 60 to 90 cm
Plant height : Approximately 120 cm
Quantity per pack : Approximately 20 seeds
Companion plants : Echinacea, rudbeckia, milkweed
Enemy plants : None known

For successful germination, cold stratify by chilling seeds in moist substrate for 6-8 weeks before sowing on the surface of the soil. Alternatively, sow directly in the fall for natural germination. Wild Indigo thrives in full sun, in moderately moist to dry soils. This hardy, eco-friendly plant will enrich your garden while promoting biodiversity.