Long, wisteria-like clusters of tiny pink flowers cascade from the tops of upright stems, providing a continuous summer show! Forms a small, slowly spreading shrub, making it ideal for mixed borders or foundation plantings. Effective as part of a naturalized planting or massed under large trees for an attractive and colorful ground cover. Botanical Name- Indigofera kirilowii Pronunciation- in-dih-goh-FAIR-uh keer-ih-LOH-ee-eye Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 3 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils, drought tolerant once established Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Rose Bloom Time- June – July Companion Plants- Coreopsis lanceolata – bright daisies highlight delicate pink spikes Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially bumble), beneficial wasps, occasional butterflies Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C9 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune old wood in early spring; water moderately and fertilize lightly. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old wood and encourage new growth. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay can produce excessive, weak growth. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Leafhoppers, powdery mildew
