Japanese Indigo
Japanese Indigo (Persicaria tinctoria) – Soft Blue from a Lush Annual
Japanese Indigo is an annual plant prized for its ability to produce soft blue hues, often gentler than woad. It grows quickly in warm, sheltered spots with plenty of water, making it a great choice for home dye gardens. Leaves can be harvested multiple times during the growing season, providing a sustainable source of blue dye.
Key Features:
✅ Yields beautiful, soft blue tones
✅ Fast-growing annual, ideal for warmer climates
✅ Can be harvested multiple times per season
Perfect for dyers seeking an alternative to woad with a slightly different shade of blue.
Japanese Indigo (Persicaria tinctoria) – Soft Blue from a Lush Annual
Japanese Indigo is an annual plant prized for its ability to produce soft blue hues, often gentler than woad. It grows quickly in warm, sheltered spots with plenty of water, making it a great choice for home dye gardens. Leaves can be harvested multiple times during the growing season, providing a sustainable source of blue dye.
Key Features:
✅ Yields beautiful, soft blue tones
✅ Fast-growing annual, ideal for warmer climates
✅ Can be harvested multiple times per season
Perfect for dyers seeking an alternative to woad with a slightly different shade of blue.
Japanese Indigo (Persicaria tinctoria) – Soft Blue from a Lush Annual
Japanese Indigo is an annual plant prized for its ability to produce soft blue hues, often gentler than woad. It grows quickly in warm, sheltered spots with plenty of water, making it a great choice for home dye gardens. Leaves can be harvested multiple times during the growing season, providing a sustainable source of blue dye.
Key Features:
✅ Yields beautiful, soft blue tones
✅ Fast-growing annual, ideal for warmer climates
✅ Can be harvested multiple times per season
Perfect for dyers seeking an alternative to woad with a slightly different shade of blue.
