Largeleaf Wild Indigo

Largeleaf Wild Indigo (Baptisia lactea var. lactea) should be watered once or twice a week, depending on the season and local temperature. During the hottest months of the year, bushier plants may require more frequent watering; once every 4 days should be enough. In cooler temperatures, watering every 7-10 days should be sufficient. Make sure to water the plant deeply – the soil should be sufficiently moist all the way through, but not drenched or saturated. To check if the soil is still moist enough, insert your finger 2-3 inches into the soil; if it comes out dry, it's time to water. In the winter, water more rarely, allowing the soil to dry out in between watering sessions.

Largeleaf Wild Indigo (Baptisia lactea var. lactea) need 4-6 hours of full sunlight per day, preferably in the morning. The plant should be placed in a location that gets direct sunlight for this duration of time. If the plant gets too much sunlight, the leaves may yellow and eventually, the plant may die. Therefore, it's important to monitor the sun exposure and provide the appropriate amount of sunlight for the plant.

Largeleaf Wild Indigo should be pruned annually in early spring before new growth starts. Pruning should take place after the plant has flowered and all the flower heads have begun to dry. This helps to ensure the plant does not become overly dense, and it helps to promote the formation of large attractive flower heads for the next season. Prune off any dead and diseased material. Remove up to 1/3 of the tallest stems, removing any weak and/or unproductive shoots at the same time. After pruning, the stems may need to be tied into a neat bundle to provide support. Pruning encourages strong, healthy shoots. Additionally, if you prune the plants in a balanced manner, the plants will remain healthy and produce larger flower heads.