Baptisia ‘Lemon Meringue’ is a hybrid cultivar, meaning it’s a cultivated variety bred from different *Baptisia* species. Therefore, it doesn’t have a single “native region.” However, its parentage tells us a lot about its likely genetic origins and the environmental conditions it’s best suited for.
Generally, *Baptisia* species are native to **North America**, primarily the **eastern and central United States**. Based on the flower color it is possible that it is a hybrid of *Baptisia tinctoria*, which is native to the **Eastern United States.**
Therefore, while ‘Lemon Meringue’ itself isn’t a wild plant with a specific geographical origin, its genetic heritage points strongly towards the **eastern and central United States**. This means it will likely thrive in conditions similar to those regions:
* **Hardiness Zones:** Look for USDA hardiness zones associated with eastern and central US, typically zones 4-8.
* **Soil:** Well-drained soil, even slightly poor or rocky soil, is preferred, reflecting the natural habitats of its parent species.
* **Sunlight:** Full sun is generally best, as *Baptisia* are sun-loving plants.
* **Moisture:** Once established, *Baptisia* are quite drought-tolerant, reflecting their adaptation to drier conditions in some parts of their native range.
Not suitable for containers
