Cream Wild Indigo (Baptisia Bracteata) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Baptisia bracteata is a perennial native plant with erect, branching stems and creamy white to yellow pea-like flowers.

Cream Wild Indigo

Cream Wild Indigo

Baptisia Bracteata

Baptisia bracteata is a perennial native plant with erect, branching stems and creamy white to yellow pea-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cream Wild Indigo

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Prune
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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:Baptisia