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Amorpha fruticosa

Common Name: False Indigo

False Indigo is a fast-growing, multi-stemmed shrub reaching 3 to 12 feet tall, typically found along woodland edges and shorelines. It features compound leaves and deep purple spikes of flowers with orange stamens that bloom in early summer. As a nitrogen fixer it improves soil quality and is often used in riparian buffer plantings and restoration projects. Its dense form provides cover for birds and small mammals.

Characteristics

Product Form Tree/Shrub
Type Woody
Sun Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Soil Loam, Sand/Gravel, Peat, Calcareous
Moisture Mesic, Wet
Average Max Height (Feet) 8
Suggested Plant Spacing (Feet) 8
Bloom month(s) June, July
Bloom Color or Type Red
Dominance Medium

Range Maps

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Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.
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