This very dainty and delicate shrub or small tree is a must for all frost-free gardens. It is also easy to grow and best placed in light to deep shade. Plant as a single specimen, in groups, or repeat plants throughout the bed/garden. Indigofera natalensis is found naturally in forest understorey and so copes well when planted near or under other larger trees where other plants often struggle to grow. Given a thick, regular layer of compost mulch, it will grow in any soil and only requires additional watering in summer and in dry conditions. Indigofera forms neat bushes, and so requires little or no pruning; if it is necessary to do a little trimming/shaping, then do it in late winter after the plant has finished flowering.

It will do very well as a container plant in tubs on a shady patio, also in a shaded corner of a courtyard or on covered balconies, and prefers warm growing conditions to cold. It will become deciduous if exposed to cold or frost.

The seeds germinate easily, sow in autumn or spring, in a well-drained soil mix and cover lightly with the sowing medium or milled bark. Soak the seeds in warm water and leave overnight to speed up germination. To prevent pre- and post-emergence damping off, the seed should be treated with a fungicide prior to sowing, or watered with a fungicide immediately after sowing. Transplant the seedlings after the first pair of true leaves has emerged, or when they are large enough to handle, into individual bags/pots. Feed moderately with a liquid fertilizer and water generously. Plant the young trees into a permanent location in full or semi-shade. They need good, light soil and plenty of water, particularly during their first two to four years. The growth rate of the seedlings is medium to fast and flowering can be expected within 4-5 years.

As with most Fabaceae, growing Indigofera natalensis is quite difficult from cuttings. It is best grown from seed, or as it often forms suckers, these may be cut off from the parent plant and transplanted as a method of propagation.