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G. Asystasia gagetica ‘You’re So Vein’
(Striped Ganges Primrose) NEW
Tropical Color / Sun to Partial Shade / 12” x 18” /
Origin: Asia, Africa Family: Acanthaceae
You’ve probably noticed that we like variegated plants here at Bustani Plant Farm.
It’s fun for us to collect and grow different forms of variegation even on the same
species of plant. Such is the case with this Ganges Primrose. It is called ‘You’re so
Vein’ because of the net-like reticulated pattern of variegation in its leaves. It’s quite
a bit different than our other variegated Ganges Primrose. I always tell people not
to buy these plants for their attractive Lavender flowers because they are only on the
plant during the short day photo period of fall, winter and spring. Instead, grow it for
its beautiful spilling foliage that would make any Carly Simon fan start humming.
H. Asystasia gangetica ‘Variegata’
(Variegated Ganges Primrose) NEW
Tropical Color / Sun to Partial Shade / 10” x 30” /
Origin: Asia, Africa Family: Acanthaceae
$5.97
#654
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Named for the Ganges River in its homeland in India, this attractive foliage
plant makes an excellent plant for spilling over the edge of mixed containers.
It flowers only a little in spring and fall in our area, so don’t grow it
for that reason. The marbled green and white leaves make this plant special.
I. Baptisia alba var. macrophylla (White False Indigo)
Native Perennial / Sun / 42” x 24” / Zone 3-10
Origin: Eastern US Family: Fabaceae
$5.97
#507
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This is a tall, stately and elegant native perennial found growing in both dry and
wet prairies. Its towers of white blooms are held on long spikes above waxy
green foliage. Sometimes reaching as high as 5 feet, White False Indigo is a
great companion to the other Baptisias extending the bloom season as it flowers
later, from late spring into summer. It can be toxic to cattle if consumed in
great amounts but makes for an excellent specimen in native and xeric gardens.
J. Baptisia australis var. minor (Blue False Indigo)
Native Perennial / Sun / 24” x 24” / Zone 4-9
Origin: Coastal and Midwest US Family: Fabaceae
$5.97
#439
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I can’t believe some nurserymen call these elegant plants “Red-neck Lupines”.
Baptisias are an attractive and distinct species of native perennials quickly
becoming more popular as garden ornamentals. Blue False Indigo is a favorite
plant of native plant lovers and exotic plant-lovers alike. Spires of gorgeous
blue flowers in spring make it highly sought after. Give this beauty
time to get established in your garden as it can take a few years to bloom well.
K. Baptisia sphaerocarpa (Golden False Indigo)
Native Perennial / Sun to Partial Shade / 24” x 36” / Zone 5-9
Origin: South and Southeast US Family: Fabaceae
$7.95
#350
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Everyone who visits our nursery in spring is quick to notice the golden blooms
of this perennial in our native display beds. A single mature specimen of Golden
False Indigo creates a striking show in the spring landscape. This plant is tough,
drought tolerant and has a nice mounding form. If not watered in summer the
plant may go dormant and the stems break with the wind. Be patient when you
plant Baptisias as they take a few years to establish themselves but are rewarding
as they are very long-lived. Don’t divide as they resent root disturbance.
L. Berlandiera texana (Texas Greeneyes)
Native Perennial / Sun / 36” x 36” / Zone 6-10
Origin: Southcentral US Family: Asteraceae
$7.95
#359
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$5.97
#564
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This rugged native perennial is a thing of beauty when in full bloom growing out in the
western part of the state. The plants really show up when flowering during the intense
heat and drought of summer when everything around them is turning brown and crispy.
Makes a wonderful addition to native beds, xeric plantings and butterfly gardens.
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