Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight Evergreen and there is a reason

and there is a reason this plant has become a garden staple

upright habit with significantly less suckering than straight species selections of eastern sweetshrub

With a penchant for rocky low quality soil

are often ignored by North American wildlife

Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight Evergreen and there is a reasonA standout among late season bloomers, Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight brings rich, deep blue flowers to the garden. At about 2 to 3 feet tall, this compact, well branched shrub bursts into bloom in late summer, just when many other plants begin to fade. The small, aromatic gray green leaves provide a beautiful contrast to the intense blue flowers, creating a striking display in any landscape. Whether used as a border plant, in a mixed