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Baptisia x 'Purple Smoke'

Displaying desirable qualities of both plants, Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’ is a natural hybrid between B. alba and B. australis. ‘Purple Smoke’ produces smoky violet blossoms with gray-green foliage and charcoal stems.

The plant develops a large taproot and is best left undisturbed once it has become established. Grows best in moist to dry soil in full sun. Drought tolerant.

Available in June. No Advanced Orders (NAO)


Height:

4 ft

Spread:

3-4 ft

USDA Hardiness Zone:

3-10

Bloom Color:

Blue

Baptisia x 'Purple Smoke' Characteristics

Exposure

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife

  • Butterflies

Soil Moisture Preference

  • Moist to Dry

Attributes

  • Drought Tolerant

Flowering Months

  • June
  • May

Foliage Color

  • Green