Fragrant False Indigo Seeds
Amorpha nana
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: This seed needs to be scarified before planting for best germination; one way to accomplish this is to pour 180 degrees F water over the Amorpha Nana seed and soak it overnight the day before planting. Since the plants do not tolerate transplanting, direct sowing is best. In late fall or early spring, sow the scarified Fragrant False Indigo seed on the surface of the soil.
Growing: Since the Amorpha Nana plant tolerates drought conditions well, it only needs occasional watering if the soil gets especially dry. Though this plant often grows naturally in dry or rocky areas, it adapts well to nearly every type of soil and can thrive in either sun or shade. This plant also grows from cuttings. The flowers of this plant attract butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: Fragrant False Indigo makes an unusual, striking cut flower. Cut the stems as soon as the flower spikes begin to bloom.
Seed Saving: Collect the seed pods as soon as they begin to dry and turn color. Since the pods will split open when they dry completely, they should be harvested before then to prevent loss. Spread the pods out to dry in a protected location away from direct sunlight, then separate the seed from the pods. Store the cleaned Amorpha Nana seed in a cool, dry place for 3-4 years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Dwarf False Indigo, Frangrant Indigo Bush, Dwarf Wild Indigo
Latin Name: Amorpha nana
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern
Seeds per Ounce: 11,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 1 Week
Germination Ease: Stratify 1 Week
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 16 Inches
Color: Purple
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Aromatic, Deer Resistant
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: This seed needs to be scarified before planting for best germination; one way to accomplish this is to pour 180 degrees F water over the Amorpha Nana seed and soak it overnight the day before planting. Since the plants do not tolerate transplanting, direct sowing is best. In late fall or early spring, sow the scarified Fragrant False Indigo seed on the surface of the soil.
Growing: Since the Amorpha Nana plant tolerates drought conditions well, it only needs occasional watering if the soil gets especially dry. Though this plant often grows naturally in dry or rocky areas, it adapts well to nearly every type of soil and can thrive in either sun or shade. This plant also grows from cuttings. The flowers of this plant attract butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: Fragrant False Indigo makes an unusual, striking cut flower. Cut the stems as soon as the flower spikes begin to bloom.
Seed Saving: Collect the seed pods as soon as they begin to dry and turn color. Since the pods will split open when they dry completely, they should be harvested before then to prevent loss. Spread the pods out to dry in a protected location away from direct sunlight, then separate the seed from the pods. Store the cleaned Amorpha Nana seed in a cool, dry place for 3-4 years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Dwarf False Indigo, Frangrant Indigo Bush, Dwarf Wild Indigo
Latin Name: Amorpha nana
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern
Seeds per Ounce: 11,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 1 Week
Germination Ease: Stratify 1 Week
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 16 Inches
Color: Purple
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Aromatic, Deer Resistant
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