Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight Long Blooming this long-lived perennial gives you

this long-lived perennial gives you decades of dependable beauty with practically zero effort required

The tree performs best in partial shade

but with hints of orange and pink

It can also be planted as a single or clump to provide vertical reed-like structure similar to ornamental grass

Proven Winners perennial of the year for 2025

Caryopteris x clandonensis Dark Knight Long Blooming this long-lived perennial gives youA 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