Chinese indigo
Indigofera decora f. alba
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,indigo,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Chinese indigo plants should be watered when the soil appears dry to the touch. Water thoroughly, up to 1-2 inches deep, and allow the soil to dry out somewhat between waterings. Depending on location, weather, and season, Chinese indigo may need to be watered every 4-7 days. In the summertime, it may need to be watered more often, especially during hot, dry spells.
sunlight
Chinese indigo, also known as Indigofera decora f. alba, is an ornamental shrub that grows best with full sunlight throughout the day. While Chinese indigo can tolerate some shade, it will flower and produce more vibrant foliage when grown in direct sunlight. When grown outdoors, the shrub should be placed in an area with at least 6 hours of full sunlight per day. When growing Chinese indigo indoors, it should be placed near a bright window to give it adequate sunlight. If the plant does not receive enough light, it may become weak, leggy, and unable to flower as well.
pruning
Chinese indigo plants should be pruned to keep them full, bloom more, and encourage new growth. Pruning should be done at the end of winter or early spring when most of the plants growth has passed. Start by removing any dead or diseased branches with sharp, sterilized pruning shears. Next, prune out crossing or weak branches that don’t look strong and healthy. Also prune down branches that are too lengthy or growing in the wrong direction. Finally, thin out the plant lightly so that it will be more bushy and dense. Take care not to prune too much since the plant needs some foliage to stay healthy and provide shade for itself.
