Dark Knight Bluebeard
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A compact, rounded deciduous shrub prized for its rich, dark green foliage that provides strong contrast in the garden throughout the growing season. In late summer to early fall, it produces abundant deep violet-blue flowers along the stems, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The foliage may take on subtle seasonal shading, enhancing its ornamental appeal.
This shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its tidy, mounded habit makes it ideal for borders, rock gardens, or as a striking accent in perennial beds. Foliage and flowers provide extended seasonal interest before the plant goes dormant in winter.
| Fall Colour | Yellow |
|---|---|
| Shape | Rounded |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Latin Name | Caryopteris x cland 'Dark Knight" |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Mature Height ** | 1.2 Meters - 4 Feet |
| Mature Width ** | 1.2 Meters - 4 Feet |
| Growth Rate | Slow Growth |
| Zone | 5 |
| Native | No |
** Maturity Heights and Widths are listed to show what this plant can grow to in warmer climates and over the course of centuries. For landscape purposes in Ontario, take this value at 50% for appropriate spacing in your garden for immediate install purposes / for the next 10-20 years.