Ground shipping is currently paused. Local deliveries throughout Long Island will continue as usual. Pre-orders for fall are now open. Non-local orders will begin shipping again in early September. Click here to learn more.
Ground shipping is currently paused. Local deliveries throughout Long Island will continue as usual. Pre-orders for fall are now open. Non-local orders will begin shipping again in early September. Click here to learn more.
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| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Delicate Fragrance, flowers, Pea-Like, Tall Spikes, White |
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White Wild Indigo is a native cultivar with elegant white spring flowers and a durable, low-maintenance habit. A long-lived standout for sunny gardens.
Price range: $14.99 through $108.99
Please note: Sizes 1.5 Gallon and up can’t be shipped outside the counties of Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens.
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Ground shipping is paused due to summer heat. Only local delivery (Long Island & Queens) is available. Orders placed during the pause will begin processing September 1, and ground shipping will resume September 15.
| Size | |
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| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Delicate Fragrance, flowers, Pea-Like, Tall Spikes, White |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
This native cultivar perennial is valued for its elegant white spring flowers, durable structure, and exceptional longevity in the garden. White Wild Indigo offers the same rugged performance as the species, with a softer, refined color that blends easily into a wide range of garden styles.
In late spring to early summer, tall spikes of creamy white, pea-like flowers rise above blue-green foliage, creating a clean, luminous display. After flowering, ornamental seed pods develop and persist into fall, adding texture and seasonal interest. The plant forms a sturdy, shrub-like clump that remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Well-suited for home gardens, Baptisia australis ‘Alba’ performs best in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires very little maintenance. It is suitable for a wide range of gardeners and is best left undisturbed to develop its deep root system over time.
Clean white blooms: Soft spring color with strong presence
Long-lived perennial: Forms a durable, shrub-like clump
Low maintenance: Thrives with minimal care once established
Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
Soil needs: Well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; avoid transplanting once established
Perennial borders: Adds height and contrast
Native plantings: Excellent for naturalized landscapes
Pollinator gardens: Supports early-season insects
Meadow-style gardens: Blends well with grasses and natives
Pollinator support: Flowers attract native bees
Native resilience: Well-adapted to regional conditions
Wildlife value: Seed pods provide seasonal habitat
Plant appearance may vary by season and growing conditions. All plants ship healthy with established root systems.
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Yes. Baptisia australis var. alba is native to the central and eastern United States, growing naturally in prairies, open woodlands, and meadows. It is a true native perennial that supports wildlife and plays a valuable role in pollinator and prairie gardens.
White Wild Indigo is a white-flowered form of Baptisia australis. It features upright spikes of pure white pea-like flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The plant grows 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, with attractive blue-green foliage and black seed pods in fall for added ornamental interest.
White Wild Indigo thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil, though it tolerates poor, dry, and rocky soils once established. It is hardy in USDA zones 3 through 9 and is ideal for native plantings, pollinator gardens, and low-maintenance borders.
Yes. White Wild Indigo is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other native pollinators, and it is a host plant for several species of butterfly and moth caterpillars. Its dense, shrubby habit also provides cover for small wildlife.
Yes. Baptisia species are deer- and rabbit-resistant and require very little maintenance once established. They develop deep taproots, which makes them drought-tolerant, but also means they do not transplant well. Leave seed pods standing in fall for winter interest or prune back in late winter or early spring.
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Ground Shipping Paused
To protect our plants from extreme summer heat, we’ve paused nationwide ground shipping to avoid any damage during transit.
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We will resume normal shipping for non-local orders placed during the pause in early September.
Thank you for your support and understanding—we’re looking forward to growing with you this fall!