perennial
Baptisia White Wild Indigo
Baptisia alba
A striking native perennial with tall spikes of white, pea-like flowers. It forms a substantial, shrub-like clump, adding architectural interest to the garden.
USDA Zones
3–9
Height
tall (3–5 ft)
Bloom Season
May – June
Bloom Color
White
🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🌿 Native to USNative to North America — supports local wildlife and ecosystems🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun to Part Shade
Adaptable to 4–8+ hours of sunlight
Soil Type
Well-drained, average to poor
Care Requirements
Water Needslow
Maintenancelow
EvergreenNo
Complete Care Guide
Drought-tolerant once established, requires minimal care. Avoid moving once established as it dislikes root disturbance.