Decadence 'Cherries Jubilee' False Indigo
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant color.
This perennial shrub offers a unique color-changing flower display, shifting from dark red to golden yellow. It's bred for toughness, boasting excellent drought tolerance and deer resistance, making it a low-maintenance choice for borders or hedges. Plus, it's a magnet for pollinators, adding life and beauty to your garden.
$18.99
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, unique color combinations for spring borders
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial landscape staples
- Eco-conscious gardeners living in areas with high deer or rabbit populations
Who should skip it
- Planners who frequently rearrange their garden beds and layouts
- Gardeners prioritizing continuous, season-long floral displays
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, full-sized landscape impact
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Bicolor blooms offer a dramatic color shift rarely seen in perennials.
Maintenance Ease
Drought tolerance and deer resistance minimize the need for constant intervention.
Pollinator Appeal
Native genetics ensure this plant effectively supports local bee and butterfly populations.
Garden Versatility
Compact, bushy habit fits seamlessly into borders or mixed container arrangements.
Seasonal Longevity
Attractive foliage and ornamental seed pods provide interest well beyond flowering.
Hardiness Reliability
Robust performance across zones 4 through 9 ensures dependable year-over-year growth.
Key Specs
Botanical name
Baptisia hybrid 'Cherries Jubilee'
Plant Patent
USPP 23,907
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Mature Size
3 feet tall x 3 feet wide
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Spacing
3 feet
Soil
Well-drained
Water Requirements
Moderate
Attributes
Native, drought tolerant, deer resistant, low maintenance
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