Dark Knight Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'- Deciduous shrub, attracts pollinators, perfect for borders & containers, pet safe, fragrant, mid-size plant 3 Gallon
Dark Knight Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'- Deciduous shrub, attracts pollinators, perfect for borders & containers, pet safe, fragrant, mid-size plant 3 Gallon
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Dark Knight' Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'
Description
A deciduous shrub featuring aromatic, bluish-purple flower spikes that bloom in late summer to fall. It has a compact, bushy growth habit with gray-green foliage that turns attractive in the autumn. Ideal for adding color and texture to perennial borders and flowering beds.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for border fronts, mixed perennial beds, rock gardens, and attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Also suitable as a low hedge or accent plant.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Dark Knight' Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight' -
Common Name: Dark Knight' Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet in height with a spread of about 2 feet. Moderate growth rate, adding seasonal interest over 3-4 years. -
Hardiness Zones: 4-9 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous, gray-green in color -
Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall (August to October) -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun for optimal flowering -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets -
Fragrant: Yes, lightly fragrant -
Cut Flower: Yes, ideal for floral arrangements -
Grows Well With: Other perennials such as coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, and ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Space plants about 24 inches apart. -
Soil Moisture: Moderate; prefers evenly moist but not soggy soil -
Soil Type: Well-drained loamy soil -
Humidity: Average to dry conditions -
Pruning Instructions: Cut back to about 6 inches in late winter or early spring to promote bushiness and flowering -
Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots; prune in early spring -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery container -
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring and midsummer for best growth -
Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew
