Baptisia arachnifera NOT OUTSIDE NC Hardy Orchids and with Hosta 'Peter Pan'

and with Hosta 'Peter Pan' as a parent

The ornamental value of the foliage of this species and other Amsonia species ends once it turns brown

and tolerates plenty of sun

Good drainage is a key to success

Baptisia arachnifera NOT OUTSIDE NC Hardy Orchids and with Hosta 'Peter Pan'Baptisia arachnifera is the most unique member of the genus. Each 2' tall x 5' wide clump is adorned with clasping, silvery grey, eucalyptus like, hairy leaves. Baptisia arachnifera is a compact grower for a special spot in the rock garden and is topped with short terminal spikes of yellow flowers, starting for us in early July long after most other baptisias have finished flowering. Baptisia arachnifera is also late to emerge in spring, so don't get