A hardy shrub with distinct fern-like foliage resembling that of many of its relatives in the legume (pea) family. Indigo flowers form in May and June.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Indigo Bush
Amorpha fruticosa
Plant Type: Shrubs
Native Environment: Stream Edge
Season of Interest: Mid (May - June)
Main Color: Blue, Purple
Fall Color:
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Photo: Mervin Wallace

Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade

Soil
Moisture
Moderate, High

Nature Attracting
Butterfly, Pollinators/Beneficial Insects, Songbirds

Wildlife Benefit
Butterfly / Moth Host, Cover, Food/Birds, Food/Pollinators

Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant
Size
Height:
6 to
10
feet
Spread:
5 to
8
feet
Size
Height: 6 to
10
feet
Spread: 5 to
8
feet
Size
Height: 6 to
10
feet
Spread: 5 to
8
feet
Typical Landscape Use
A medium-sized shrub for landscaping, wildlife seed, and cover. Host to silver spotted skippers.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Special Features
Special Usage
Rainscaping, Salt Tolerant
Basic Description
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