Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight' / BLUE MIST SPIREA
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight,' commonly known as Blue Mist Spirea, is a compact, deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant blue-purple flowers that bloom from late summer to fall. The plant features aromatic, silvery-green leaves that provide a soft contrast to the intense color of its blossoms, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant choice for gardens and landscapes. 'Dark Knight' is particularly appreciated for its ability to add both color and structure to borders, hedges, or ornamental plantings. With its striking blooms and attractive foliage, Blue Mist Spirea is a wonderful addition to any garden looking for late-season interest and pollinator support.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - dark blue
· HEIGHT - 36-48"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight,' commonly known as Blue Mist Spirea, is a compact, deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant blue-purple flowers that bloom from late summer to fall. The plant features aromatic, silvery-green leaves that provide a soft contrast to the intense color of its blossoms, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant choice for gardens and landscapes. 'Dark Knight' is particularly appreciated for its ability to add both color and structure to borders, hedges, or ornamental plantings. With its striking blooms and attractive foliage, Blue Mist Spirea is a wonderful addition to any garden looking for late-season interest and pollinator support.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - dark blue
· HEIGHT - 36-48"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight,' commonly known as Blue Mist Spirea, is a compact, deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant blue-purple flowers that bloom from late summer to fall. The plant features aromatic, silvery-green leaves that provide a soft contrast to the intense color of its blossoms, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant choice for gardens and landscapes. 'Dark Knight' is particularly appreciated for its ability to add both color and structure to borders, hedges, or ornamental plantings. With its striking blooms and attractive foliage, Blue Mist Spirea is a wonderful addition to any garden looking for late-season interest and pollinator support.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - dark blue
· HEIGHT - 36-48"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
