Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight Long Blooming Proven Winners perennial of the

Proven Winners perennial of the year for 2025

Photo Credit: New Blooms Nursery and Ball Horticultural Co

Though the intensity of the blooms fragrance may vary it is described as having a sweet

but with hints of orange and pink

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Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight Long Blooming Proven Winners perennial of theA 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