Decadence 'Lemon Meringue'
Baptisia 'Lemon Meringue'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 15-20 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Mature size | 18-24 inches tall |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 / 2023 / 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-Draining Soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0 |
| Zones | USDA 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Blue-green |
| Bloom | Yellow |
| Fruit | Legume/Pod |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Seed, division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Amsonia, Coreopsis, Echinacea |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water regularly
Maintenance
Stake tall stems if needed
Cleanup
Cut back in late fall or early spring
Notes
This plant is a hybrid of two species.