Kirilow's Indigo

Indigofera kirilowii, Fabaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Shortpod RattleboxCrotalaria brevidens

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Mountain RyeSecale montanum

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Canary GrassPhalaris canariensis

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Thompson's KudzuPueraria thomsonii

Kudzu's aggressive vining growth can smother and overwhelm other legumes through intense competition

Australian IndigoIndigofera australis

Congeneric Indigofera species compete for specific rhizobia strains and soil resources

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlCold-Season CoverBiomass Production

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryDiuretic

Common Questions

What zones does Kirilow's Indigo grow in?

Kirilow's Indigo grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

Is Kirilow's Indigo a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Kirilow's Indigo is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Kirilow's Indigo?

Good companions for Kirilow's Indigo include Shortpod Rattlebox, Mountain Rye, Canary Grass.

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