Overview
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Baptisia, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is drought resistant. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, prairie planting and wildlife gardens.
About
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' is a herbaceous perennial that develops a clump reaching approximately 1 meter in height. Its upright stems are adorned with leaves that consist of three clover-shaped leaflets. In late spring to early summer, it produces tall clusters of dark reddish-purple flowers, which are succeeded by dark grey seed pods.
About the genus
Baptisia are perennial plants characterized by branched stems that support trifoliate leaves. They produce racemes of pea-like flowers either at the ends of the stems or in the leaf axils, which are succeeded by noticeable inflated seed pods.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Baptisia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast'
- Cultivation
- Thrives in deep, well-drained, preferably sandy soil in an open, sunny position. Plants can be slow to establish, and dislike being disturbed, but mature plants have good drought tolerance
- Pruning
- No pruning required, though plants can be trimmed back after flowering to maintain a compact shape, unless seed pods are required
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings. Hybrid cultivars will not come true from seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast'?
Thrives in deep, well-drained, preferably sandy soil in an open, sunny position. Plants can be slow to establish, and dislike being disturbed, but mature plants have good drought tolerance.
Where is the best place to plant Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast'?
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' need?
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How do I prune Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast'?
No pruning required, though plants can be trimmed back after flowering to maintain a compact shape, unless seed pods are required.
How big does Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' grow?
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' hardy in the UK?
Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast' has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Baptisia 'Burgundy Blast'?
Propagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings. Hybrid cultivars will not come true from seed.