Caryopteris cland. 'Dark Knight' - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Bluebeard 'Dark Knight' (Caryopteris clandonensis) is an upright small shrub that produces blue flowers arranged in umbels, which have a pleasant fragrance. They appear from July to September. In addition, the Bluebeard 'Dark Knight' has matt, lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of about 1 m and spreads to about 60 cm.

Bulletpoints
* the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Bluebeard 'Dark Knight' are dark green, lanceolate, matt, opposite. They are about 5 - 8 cm in size.

Frost hardiness
The Bluebeard 'Dark Knight' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bluebeard 'Dark Knight' is an upright-growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.8–1 m and spreads to a width of approx. 40–60 cm. It generally grows 15–60 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut back boldly in spring so that the plant grows compactly.

Flower
The blue, double flowers of Bluebeard 'Dark Knight' appear in umbels from July to September. They have a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Rock garden, bee pasture, scented garden

Shoots
The shoots of Caryopteris clandonensis 'Dark Knight' are tomentose.

Root
Few branches.