{"product_id":"baptisia-decadence-deluxe-grape-escape-lupin-indigo","title":"Baptisia Decadence® Deluxe 'Grape Escape' – False Indigo 'Grape Escape'","description":"\u003csection id=\"introduction\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce striking architectural elegance to your landscape with this spectacular false indigo variety. Baptisia Decadence® Deluxe 'Grape Escape' captivates the eye with long spikes of intense purple-violet flowers, enhanced by a delicate touch of bright yellow at their base. Its compact, vigorous, and beautifully structured habit makes it an ideal choice for adding height and definition to outdoor spaces. Easy to grow, this robust perennial enhances your garden design year after year while courageously resisting local wildlife browsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e : Deciduous leaves composed of three clean blue-green leaflets, forming a dense bush that maintains a neat appearance long after the flowering period ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering \/ Fruiting \/ Stems\u003c\/strong\u003e : Long, upright flower spikes bearing numerous deep purple-violet pea-like flowers from late spring to early summer. Decorative charcoal-black seed pods follow the blooms, extending visual interest well into winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e : Requires a full sun exposure to maximize stem sturdiness and flower production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bushy, upright, compact, and perfectly rounded, reminiscent of a small shrub's silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium to slow growth rate while establishing its deep taproot system, ultimately reaching a stable maximum size of about 90 to 110 cm in both height and spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e : Thrives in well-drained, deep, and light soil. Exhibits high tolerance for poor or sandy soils once fully established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e : Provides excellent hardiness, perfectly adapted to zone 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistances\u003c\/strong\u003e : Resists drought, poor soils, and browsing by White-tailed deer, hares, and rabbits remarkably well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"utilisation\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of use\u003c\/strong\u003e : Ideal for structuring the middle or back of perennial borders, creating natural-looking mass plantings, or integrating into contemporary garden designs. Also performs brilliantly in large containers for a vertical accent on patios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e : Offers a striking color contrast between its dark blooms and blue-green foliage. Its sturdy stems do not flop under windy conditions, ensuring an impeccable structure throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"entretien\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e : Water regularly during the first year to encourage a strong root system. Once the plant is well established, reduce watering frequencies as it tolerates drought periods very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e : Apply rich compost or a granular organic fertilizer at the very beginning of spring. Avoid excessive nitrogen inputs which could weaken stem rigidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e : Shear lightly after flowering if you wish to hide the seed pods, or preserve them for their unique winter appeal. Cut stems completely back to ground level in late autumn or early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e : Choose its permanent location carefully at planting time, spacing individuals about 90 cm apart. Its deep taproot makes future transplanting difficult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"2 gal","offer_id":57963828019503,"sku":null,"price":17.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/4050\/6415\/files\/BaptisiaDecadenceDeluxeGrapeEscape-3.jpg?v=1779450599","url":"https:\/\/botanix.com\/en\/products\/baptisia-decadence-deluxe-grape-escape-false-indigo-grape-escape","provider":"Jardineries Botanix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}