indigo
Indigofera 'Little Pinkie'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Cerise pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,pink,indigo
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Indigo (Indigofera 'Little Pinkie') should be watered every 5-7 days at the base of the plant. The amount of water should be enough to keep the soil moist but not soaking wet, about 1-2 inches of water. During hot weather, additional watering might be necessary to prevent the plant from drying out.
sunlight
Indigo (Indigofera 'Little Pinkie') is best grown in full sun, meaning it will need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight in order to thrive. In some climates, indigo may require up to 8 hours of sunlight to reach its full growth potential. The plant will do best when planted in a location with morning sun and afternoon shade.
pruning
Indigo (Indigofera 'Little Pinkie') should be pruned in late winter or early spring just before growth starts. Depending on need and desired size, pruning should between ⅓ and ½ of existing growth. This will induce a more full, rounded growth overall. A light pruning can be done again in the summer to encourage more growth and keep the shrub shaped as desired.
