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‘Rose Carpet’

Indigo

Indigofera pseudotinctoria

'Rose Carpet'

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  • Drought tolerant
  • Sun loving
  • Long blooming
Description

True to its name, 'Rose Carpet' is a prostrate shrubby indigo that blooms from late June until frost. Rose-pink spikes 1-2" long cover this little shrub. Often dies back in severe winters, so treat like a perennial in the north. Slow to break bud in the spring.

USDA Zone
5 - 8 (-20°F/-28.9°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
4 - 8"
Width
2 - 4'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Summer, Fall
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Well-drained soil is imperative; dry conditions are tolerated.

Pruning

Trim as needed in spring. In cold climates, wait til new growth appears to prune. May be very late to leaf out, so patience is imperative.

Uses

Mixed borders; mass plantings; groundcover.

Growing Tips

May struggle in hot and humid climates.

Features: Deer resistant, Drought tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Indigofera, Common name: Indigo, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Summer, Pink flowers, Green foliage

Features: Deer resistant, Drought tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Indigofera, Common name: Indigo, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Summer, Pink flowers, Green foliage