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Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'
Choose Dark Knight Caryopteris for a sunny, dry-leaning border where late blue flowers matter. The tradeoff: it is not a hedge or screen, and wet soil is the fastest way to be disappointed.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The blue late-season flowers stand out, but the plant has a soft, informal look rather than a bold architectural shape. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a steady pace during the growing season without becoming a large, fast-spreading shrub. |
| Maintenance | B- | Plan on cutting it back in spring and avoiding overwatering, especially after a rough winter. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its compact habit works well near walks, patios, and low mixed borders where larger shrubs would crowd the space. |
| Screening Value | F | This is a low flowering accent, not a plant for privacy, enclosure, or blocking views. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for sunny edges, mailbox beds, and pollinator pockets where drainage is good. Do not tuck it into damp shade and expect it to perform.
| Mature Height | 2 to 3 feet |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2 to 3 feet |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 2 feet |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Moisture | Medium moisture; well-drained soil |
| Growth Habit | Compact, low, mounding deciduous shrub/sub-shrub |
Yes, cut it back in spring to clean up winter dieback and keep it dense.
It may grow, but flowering drops; choose a sunnier spot.
Yes, the late blue flowers are useful for butterflies and other pollinators.
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Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
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I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
