Dark Knight Blue Mist spirea (Caryopteris clandonensis) blooms with a profusion of dark blue flowers in late summer when few other shrubs are flowering. Its modest size makes it very useful in smaller yards. A fantastic nectar source for bees and butterflies. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
Common Name | Dark Knight Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard |
---|---|
Botanical Name | Caryopteris clandonensis Dark Knight |
Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Light Requirements | Full Sun |
Flower Color | Blue |
Mature Height | 36-48" tall |
Mature Spread | 48" wide |
Bloom Time | Early to late summer |
Ships As | Potted Plant |
Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Average Soil, Low Fertility Soil, Well-Drained Soil |
Soil Moisture | Drought Resistant / Waterwise |
Amount Of Rain | 10 to 20", 20 to 30", 30 to 40" (with care) |
Advantages | Attract Butterflies, Bee Friendly, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Low Maintenance, Fragrant Flower / Foliage, Good For Cut Flowers, Extended Bloom Time (more than 4 weeks), Good For Hedge / Screen |
Ideal Region | Anywhere In The US, Northeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Pacific Northwest |
Planting Time | Spring / Summer, Fall |