Decadence 'Cherries Jubilee' False Indigo
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant color.
Discover the Decadence® 'Cherries Jubilee' False Indigo, a captivating perennial that brings vibrant color and low-maintenance beauty to your garden. This striking variety boasts unique bicolor flowers, with deep maroon buds opening to reveal a stunning transition of red to gold and yellow hues. Its attractive dark green foliage and bushy habit provide season-long visual appeal, complemented by ornamental seed pods in the fall. Thriving in full sun and Zones 4-9, it's a drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and native cultivar, making it an excellent, easy-care choice for any landscape.
$18.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
2378
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#2378 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Botanical name
Baptisia hybrid 'Cherries Jubilee'
/ Baptisia hybrid 'Cherries Jubilee'
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, unique color combinations for spring borders
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial landscape staples
- Eco-conscious gardeners living in areas with high deer or rabbit populations
Who should skip it
- Planners who frequently rearrange their garden beds and layouts
- Gardeners prioritizing continuous, season-long floral displays
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, full-sized landscape impact
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Bicolor blooms offer a dramatic color shift rarely seen in perennials.
Maintenance Ease
Drought tolerance and deer resistance minimize the need for constant intervention.
Pollinator Appeal
Native genetics ensure this plant effectively supports local bee and butterfly populations.
Garden Versatility
Compact, bushy habit fits seamlessly into borders or mixed container arrangements.
Seasonal Longevity
Attractive foliage and ornamental seed pods provide interest well beyond flowering.
Hardiness Reliability
Robust performance across zones 4 through 9 ensures dependable year-over-year growth.
Key Specs
Botanical name
Baptisia hybrid 'Cherries Jubilee'
Plant Patent
USPP 23,907
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Mature Size
3 feet tall x 3 feet wide
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Spacing
3 feet
Soil
Well-drained
Water Requirements
Moderate
Features
- Striking bicolor flowers transition from red to gold
- Compact, bushy habit for easy garden integration
- Deer resistant and drought tolerant
- Native cultivar requiring minimal maintenance
- Attractive seed pods for fall interest
- Attracts pollinators to your garden
- Excellent for fresh or dried flower arrangements
- Dark green foliage provides season-long appeal
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly value the Decadence Cherries Jubilee False Indigo for its compact habit and sophisticated design. Reviewers consistently highlight the striking color combination of deep burgundy standards and golden yellow keels, noting it creates a dramatic garden focal point. Satisfaction stems from its ability to deliver the toughness and longevity of traditional Baptisia in a smaller, space saving form ideal for borders. Its robust nature ensures excellent hardiness, deer resistance, and drought tolerance once established, positioning it as a reliable, low maintenance investment. While initial establishment is slow, gardeners confirm the plant rewards patience with significantly stronger performance in subsequent seasons. The unique color and reliable compact size justify the premium price point for most buyers.
Know before you buy
This variety features a unique progression where deep maroon buds open into bicolor flowers. As the blooms mature, they shift from a rich red hue to vibrant shades of gold and yellow.
No, it is a low-maintenance perennial. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires very little attention, making it an excellent choice for easy-care landscapes.
This plant is highly resistant to deer. It is a great option if you are gardening in an area where deer pressure is a common concern.
Yes, the flower spikes are excellent for both fresh and dried floral arrangements. If you choose not to deadhead the plant, it will also produce attractive ornamental seed pods in the fall that add further interest.
It is quite adaptable and thrives in average to poor, well-draining soils. Avoid planting it in heavy, waterlogged clay, as it prefers drier conditions once its root system is established.
Because this variety grows into a bushy, shrub-like habit reaching 3 feet tall and wide, you should space them 3 feet apart to allow for proper airflow and mature growth.
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