For gardeners drawn to distinctive bluebeard varieties, Dark Knight Caryopteris is worth a closer look. A practical rule for Dark Knight Caryopteris: Cut older stems back as fresh shoots begin to show, which keeps the plant from becoming twiggy. Consider Dark Knight Caryopteris for a border, low hedge, or pollinator planting. Looking for Dark Knight Caryopteris? Visit The Greenhouse Nursery in Logan, UT.
Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight (Dark Knight Caryopteris)
Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast, growing about 12-24 inches annually.
Hardiness Zone: 5-9
Light Needs: Full sun.
Water Needs: Low once established. Needs well-drained soil.
Flower Color: Deep blue-purple
Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
Fall Color: Yellow to bronze


