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Baptisia Grape Taffy - False Indigo
Baptisia Grape Taffy - False Indigo
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Baptisia 'Grape Taffy' is a new variety of indigo lupin that stands out for its particularly compact and bushy habit, well suited for small gardens and pot cultivation on the terrace or balcony. It is also distinguished by the dark purple colour of its flowers, beautifully touched with yellowish beige at the base. The flower spikes appear in June, for 3 weeks, clustered at the top of a dissected foliage with an interesting texture, even outside the flowering period. The black fruits that follow the flowers remain decorative for a long time, both on the plant and in dry bouquets. Ideal in borders, in a romantic or natural garden, the indigo lupin has a presence comparable to that of a small deciduous bush: don't hesitate to associate them according to your desires!
The 'Grape Taffy' Baptisia is a perennial plant from the Fabaceae family resulting from extensive research and hybridization carried out in the USA by Walter Gardens. Its ancestors, including the most well-known one, Baptisia australis, are all native to the meadows and woods of the eastern and central United States (Texas, Oklahoma). They grow there in full sun among tall grasses, without any special care, perfectly tolerant to frost and dry summers. However, they are plants that prefer rather acidic and sandy soil, and they fear the presence of limestone in the soil.
The 'Grape Taffy' variety forms a bushy and ramified clump not exceeding, on average, 75cm (30in) in all directions. The flowering takes place in June-July, in the form of papilionaceous flower spikes with unusual shades for hybrids. The overall impression when looking at this flowering is a dark and rich colour like that of a red grape, but also sparkling, resulting from a mix of indigo purple, reddish-purple, and a touch of yellowish beige. The flowering is followed by the formation of black, very decorative pods, containing small kidney-shaped seeds. The foliage, a very fresh green, which disappears in winter, is also very ornamental when swaying in the wind. It is composed of greenish-blue leaves, divided into three rounded leaflets, resembling those of alfalfa or clover. This very perennial plant is capable of living for many years in the garden, without special care once well established. The aboveground, deciduous vegetation disappears in winter and develops in spring.
Baptisia are close relatives of lupins, which are much better known in Europe. They are much less demanding in terms of humidity but share a preference for acidic soils. They have very robust roots that allow them to live for a long time in our gardens but require time to establish themselves. A true all-terrain plant, the 'Grape Taffy' indigo lupin is a compact and undemanding variety that will find its place in small spaces, in the garden as well as in pots. It integrates well in a romantic border, a garden without irrigation, or in natural areas. It is also useful for decorating a degraded area, which often surrounds a recently built house. It looks superb when combined with grasses such as Miscanthus, Panicum, or with Echinaceas and perennial sunflowers. It also pairs well with purple toadflaxes or with hybrid mulleins, which are equally spectacular.
The vernacular name 'Indigo Lupin' comes from the use that some Native American peoples made of these dye plants. Indeed, they provide coloring pigments comparable to those of true indigos (from the Antillean genus Indigofera), but of lesser quality.
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The cultivation of Baptisia 'Grape Taffy' requires a bit of skill to succeed smoothly:
Not very tolerant of limestone soils, this tall perennial appreciates light and well-draining soils, but can tolerate summer drought.
In the first year of growth, the plant may appear to be stagnant, which is normal. Young Baptisia plants have very slow growth, and their taproot is particularly fragile until it is deeply rooted in the soil. Make sure not to damage it during planting! Also, do not leave a young plant in its bucket for too long: the taproot could bend when reaching the bottom.
Optionally, add a small handful of phosphate fertilizer (it stimulates root growth) and mix it with the soil during planting. Add 1/3 sand and 1/3 gravel to heavy soil to ensure good drainage, which is essential. Water moderately in the first year.
In the second or third year, the plant will be established, requiring no special care, and can flower abundantly for many years!
Be aware that voles also seem to be fond of its fleshy roots...
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.