- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9
- Height 2.5-3 Feet Tall
- Spread 2.5-3 Feet Wide
False indigos (Baptisias) are known for their striking royal blue flower spikes and fall interest. Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo takes interest to a new level, but in a compact form. Its violet-blue flowers rise above blue-green foliage and bloom spring through summer. By late summer, small black fruit pods appear and the leaves remain green, making this False Indigo shine as other plants begin to drop their leaves. And since it is more compact than some shrubs, it is the perfect spring-through-fall plant for containers or urban landscapes.
Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo grows to a height and width of 30 to 36 inches. Its blooms and smooth, bluish leaves are pretty enough for the plant to stand on its own in a landscape. Plant several in a group for a near "field" of pea-like blue blossoms. Cut the fresh flower stalks or dried pods for flower arrangements. Place your Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo in full or part sun in zones 4 through for 9; give it a little more shade in those warmer zones.
Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo Care
Your Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo can grow in nearly any soil and can handle periods of drought. Just give the plant more regular watering in its first year and if you place it in a container. Water your plant with drips or soakers so the water goes below the plant.
Baptisias are native to North America, so the hybrids are easy-care plants. You don't need to deadhead your false indigo. You also don't need to worry about replacing it; the plants typically live 25 years.
Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo Spacing
Plant this shrub in the middle of garden beds, cottage gardens, or as a mass planting. It tolerates salt and can grow near sidewalks that ice up. Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo attracts bees and is a perfect thriller plant for a large container or highly visible spot in your yard. Space these in the ground at least 2.5 feet apart, center on center.
Decadence Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Blue to Purple |
| Bloom Period: Spring to Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 2.5-3 Feet |
| Spread: 2.5-3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2.5-3 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Features: Drought; Fall Interest; Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Scientific Name: Decadence® 'Sparkling Sapphires' Baptisia hybrid USPP 27,904 |
| Common Name: Decadence® Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo |
| Other Name(s): Blue False Indigo; Blue Wild Indigo |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- BAPSS
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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