False Indigo (Amorpha Fruticosa) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A large, airy, deciduous shrub in the legume family known for its distinctive purple flowers and ability to form dense thickets in moist habitats.

False Indigo

False Indigo

Amorpha Fruticosa

A large, airy, deciduous shrub in the legume family known for its distinctive purple flowers and ability to form dense thickets in moist habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, erosion control, nitrogen fixer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for False Indigo

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Amorpha