Decadence Dark Chocolate
Baptisia 'Decadence Dark Chocolate'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Mature size | 24-36 inches |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Blue-green |
| Bloom | Deep chocolate purple |
| Fruit | Legume pod |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Seed, division in early spring |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water when top inch of soil feels dry. Fertilize in spring and summer.
Maintenance
Deadheading promotes repeat flowering. Stake tall stems to prevent toppling.
Cleanup
Prune spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering.
Notes
Tends to be leggy; prune regularly for bushier growth.