Indigo Bush
(Amorpha fruticosa)

Rare native shrub of tall grass prairie edges and river-bottom forests. Deep royal purple blooms flecked with gold in late June attract many bees and butterflies. Has a rich green network of fine leaflets. Makes its own fertilizer from nitogen in the air. Partial shade tolerant. Grows to 5' (1.5m) tall and 3' (1m) across.

Price: Garden Seed Package $3.50