Longbract Wild Indigo
Baptisia bracteata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
AL, GA, MA, NC and 3 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Longbract wild indigo is a native perennial that forms neat, compact clumps with blue-green foliage. It produces spikes of cream-colored, pea-like flowers in late spring, followed by attractive dark seed pods that persist into winter.
In an HOA neighborhood
Longbract Wild Indigo is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Pods rattle in winter wind
Wildlife value
Host plant for black swallowtail butterfly.
The flowers attract native bees and butterflies in May and June. This plant is a host for several butterfly species and the seeds provide food for birds.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
Does Longbract Wild Indigo fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.