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Decadence® Lemon Meringue False Indigo

Baptisia x 'Dacadence® 'Lemon Meringue'

Category: Perennial • False Indigo

Discover Decadence® Lemon Meringue False Indigo, a stunning addition to your garden with beautiful yellow flowers and low maintenance needs.

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Bloom Color: Yellow

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Spring

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Decadence® Lemon Meringue False Indigo is a perennial plant known for its striking lemon-yellow blooms and attractive foliage. It is a low-maintenance choice for gardens, attracting pollinators and providing a long-lasting display.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate moisture. Prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is essential, with a preference for neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Attractive yellow flowersdrought-tolerantand low maintenance.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for wildlife.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to garden borders. Works well in naturalistic settings and can attract pollinators.

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