Plants in genus baptisia
Baptisia 'Blue Towers'
Baptisia 'Blue Towers' is a hybrid plant known for its very upright, tower-like form reaching up to 4.5 feet. It features tall flower spikes with large blue-lavender flowers and begins blooming around late April. This award-winning plant is a striking addition to gardens.
Baptisia sphaerocarpa 'A1t005'
Baptisia sphaerocarpa 'A1t005' is a heat and drought-tolerant plant from Texas, featuring blue-green leaves and pure yellow flowers on tall spires. It forms spherical tan seed pods in late summer.
Baptisia 'Yellow Towers'
Baptisia 'Yellow Towers' is a hybrid plant known for its tall clumps and large buttery yellow flowers. Released in 2017, it grows to 52 inches tall with 18-inch flower spikes. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Baptisia 'Pink Ice'
Baptisia 'Pink Ice' is a hybrid plant forming a 3.5-foot tall and 5-foot wide mound of glaucous green foliage. It features 2-foot long spikes of soft pink flowers that bloom from mid-to-late April. This plant is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a great addition to cottage gardens.
Baptisia 'Cloud 9'
Baptisia 'Cloud 9' is a compact perennial known for its blue-green foliage and tall spikes of large blue lavender flowers. This plant grows up to 4 feet tall and forms a clump that can reach 66 inches wide after flowering. 'Cloud 9' is a 2020 introduction from Plant Delights/JLBG and is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to attract butterflies. It thrives in sunny locations and is a striking addition to cottage and butterfly gardens.
Baptisia 'First Blush'
Baptisia 'First Blush' is a hybrid with 52-inch spikes and pink buds that age to white. It features charcoal grey stalks and later flowering, starting in mid-May.
Baptisia lanceolata 'A1fl042'
Baptisia lanceolata 'A1fl042' is a native plant to the Florida Panhandle, thriving in dry, sunny sites. It is known for its resilience and ability to attract butterflies, making it a valuable addition to native plant gardens.
Baptisia 'Dutch Chocolate'
Baptisia 'Dutch Chocolate' is a hybrid perennial known for its black-purple buds that mature to a rich brown, making it the darkest flower among baptisias. This US native plant grows to about 30 inches tall and 2 feet wide, offering a striking presence in gardens. It is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, thriving in sunny locations. The plant's unique coloration and resilience make it a favorite for gardeners looking to add depth and interest to their landscapes. Its ability to attract butterflies adds to its appeal.
Baptisia 'Lemon Meringue'
Baptisia 'Lemon Meringue' is a hybrid plant known for its striking dark purple spikes and large, dark yellow flowers. This 3-foot tall and wide clump is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a durable choice for gardens. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life to any landscape. Its vibrant blooms and resilience make it a standout in sunny garden spots.
Baptisia 'Blonde Bombshell'
Baptisia 'Blonde Bombshell' is a hybrid plant featuring buttery-yellow flowers that bloom from late April. It grows up to 40 inches tall and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This drought-tolerant perennial is native to North America and thrives in full sun. Its vibrant flowers and resilience make it a great choice for cottage gardens or as a cut flower.
Baptisia 'Aspiring'
Baptisia 'Aspiring' is a 2014 hybrid known for its 4-foot tall by 4-foot wide clump and 22-inch long flower spikes of medium lavender flowers. Blooming around May 1 in North Carolina, it is a striking addition to gardens, attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Baptisia 'Lightning Rods'
Baptisia 'Lightning Rods' forms a 5-foot tall by 5-foot wide rigidly upright clump with bare legs, allowing for planting underneath. It features a midriff of small green foliage topped with 20-inch long spikes of light creamy yellow flowers. This plant is deer resistant and drought tolerant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Baptisia 'Cherries Jubilee'
Baptisia 'Cherries Jubilee' is a vigorous hybrid with dark mahogany buds and cinnamon-colored flowers with yellow keels. It forms a 3-foot tall and wide clump and is drought and deer resistant. This plant is a striking addition to gardens with its unique flower color and form.
Baptisia 'Angelina'
Baptisia 'Angelina' is a 4-foot tall clump-forming plant with dark stems and many flower spikes. It features light yellow flowers with black buds and is a hybrid with genes from Baptisia albescens.
Baptisia australis var. minor
Baptisia australis var. minor is a floriferous perennial known for its light blue flowers and deer-resistant nature. This plant produces over fifty 3-foot tall flower spikes and forms a smaller clump than B. australis, making it suitable for smaller gardens. Its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators make it a valuable addition to any garden seeking early spring color.
Baptisia 'Sparkling Sapphires'
Baptisia 'Sparkling Sapphires' is a compact, deciduous plant known for its rich, dark blue flowers that bloom in late April. It grows to about 2.5 feet tall and 3 feet wide, forming a deer-resistant clump. This plant is versatile, tolerating both wet and dry soils, and thrives in full sun, making it a resilient addition to gardens.
Baptisia 'Blue Bunchkin'
Baptisia 'Blue Bunchkin' is a perennial plant introduced in 2021, known for its striking blue-lavender flower spikes. It forms a clump about 42 inches tall and wide, with dense flower spikes reaching 14 inches in height. Blooming in early to mid-May, this plant attracts butterflies and is resistant to deer. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it a great addition to cottage and rain gardens.
Baptisia 'Pink Truffles'
Baptisia 'Pink Truffles' is a compact perennial that forms a 2.5-foot tall and 3-foot wide clump. It features dusty green foliage and blooms with mauvy pink flowers in late April. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. It is a North American native plant, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal.
Baptisia 'Purplicious'
Baptisia 'Purplicious' is a hybrid plant resulting from a cross between Baptisia 'Blue Towers' and Baptisia tinctoria. It forms a 4-foot tall and wide clump with 19-inch tall spikes of dark purple flowers. This mid-season bloomer is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Baptisia 'Lavender Candles'
Baptisia 'Lavender Candles' is a robust perennial forming a 4-foot tall and wide clump. It features dusty pink buds that open to light lavender flowers, adding a soft touch to gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Baptisia 'Carolina Moonlight'
Baptisia 'Carolina Moonlight' is a hybrid plant known for its blue-green foliage and 18-inch spikes of soft buttery-yellow flowers in late spring. This deer-resistant, long-lived plant thrives in sunny locations and is both heat-loving and drought-tolerant. It serves as a striking garden specimen, reaching 3 feet wide, and is ideal for attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Baptisia 'Purple Reign'
Baptisia 'Purple Reign' is a striking perennial introduced in 2024, forming a clump 4 feet tall and 4.5 feet wide. It features dense spikes of rich purple flowers that bloom in late April. This plant is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and attracts butterflies, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Baptisia 'Lunar Eclipse'
Baptisia 'Lunar Eclipse' is a hybrid plant with large creamy-white flowers that age to blue-lavender, creating a bicolor transition. It forms a 3-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump and is suitable for xeriscapes or as a pond-edge marginal.
Baptisia 'Chocolate Chip'
Baptisia 'Chocolate Chip' is a compact perennial that forms a deer-resistant clump, reaching 28 inches tall and 38 inches wide. It features unique chocolate-colored flowers on 12-15 inch stalks that initially stand upright before angling downward. This plant is native to North America and is well-suited for cottage gardens, rain gardens, and xeriscaping. Its ability to attract butterflies and birds adds to its appeal, making it a versatile addition to any garden.
Baptisia 'Cherry Pie'
Baptisia 'Cherry Pie' is a striking plant introduced in 2019, known for its cherry red flowers with a small yellow keel. This plant reaches a height of 32 inches and spreads up to 4 feet wide, making it a substantial addition to gardens. It is tolerant of both extended drought and standing water, making it a versatile choice for various landscapes. The plant's vibrant flowers and robust nature make it a favorite among gardeners seeking to add color and resilience to their gardens.