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Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight

Bluebeard (Blue Mist Spiraea)

Clusters of small, fragrant, fluffy, bluish-purple flowers top this low, mounding shrub. Green foliage with silvery undersides is aromatic when crushed and should be cut back for the winter.

  • »  Deep blue-purple flowers on the ends of the new growth in late summer
  • »  Rounded, mounding shrub with fragrant, bluish leaves with silvery undersides
  • »  Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and beneficial insects
  • »  Used as cut flowers
  • »  Bloom Time: July to September

3gal
$40.63
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:50-60 cm
  • Spread:50-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Blue (deep)
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Deciduous
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
• Long Blooming
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Silver
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Hedge
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'

Caryopteris is best treated as a woody perennial, i.e., prune heavily in winter to promote vigorous growth and good flowering. Grow best in loose loam and will tolerate some drought.