Georgia Indigo Bush is a rare shrub with blue-purple flowers and feathery foliage. It is native to the southeastern United States and is often found in pine barrens. The plant is a nitrogen-fixer, helping to improve soil quality.
Habitat
It is found in sandy soils and pine barrens of the southeastern United States.
Diet
Bees and butterflies are attracted to its flowers for nectar.
How common
Rare
Best time to see a Georgia Indigo Bush
The best time to see a Georgia Indigo Bush is May–June, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 89 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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