Indigofera pendula

An unusual, upright shrub, Indigofera pendula has arching branches and eye-catching, long and pendulous racemes of lilac flowers in mid to late summer. Established specimens produce masses of flower. The leaves are pinnate (feather-like) and bright green in colour..

Indigofera pendula is a superb ornamental shrub, best suited for a position in full sun with shelter from strong winds.

• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Indigofera pendula can suffer from some die back following a very cold winter, however it usually recovers well in the following year.
• Flowering Period: July - September.
• Flower Colour: Lilac pink
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Indigofera pendula grows to be a medium to large shrub with a generally upright habit and arching branches.
  • Height: approx 3 - 4 m (10 - 13 ft).
  • Spread: 2.5 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft).