How big does Caryopteris get?

Dark Knight Caryopteris

Zones	5 – 9
Advantages	Attract Butterflies Bee Friendly Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Low Maintenance Fragrant Flower / Foliage Good For Cut Flowers Extended Bloom Time (more than 4 weeks) Good For Hedge / Screen
Light Requirements	Full Sun
Water Tolerance	Low-Water
Mature Height	36-48″ tall

Do you cut back Caryopteris?

Pruning. To keep the plant shaped and flowering, Caryopteris plants should be cut down by at least half in the early spring. You can cut them back to 12 to 18 inches without harm.

Can Caryopteris grow in shade?

Grow Caryopteris in full sun or partial shade. They are undemanding plants and need only some sun and good drainage to flourish. They can often die completely to the ground in winter but will recover in the spring. It is best to cut it back in early spring to maintain an attractive shape.

How do you look after Caryopteris?

Caryopteris likes light and well drained soil types, even poor ones. It is a plant that execrates excessively rich soil, and will respond by producing leaves excessively, foregoing flowers altogether. Place plants at least 20 to 32 inches (50 to 80 cm) apart. Mix planting soil mix with garden soil.

Do you cut back Caryopteris in fall?

Is Caryopteris an evergreen?

Blue mist shrub planting can occur in USDA zones 5 through 9 and is deciduous in most regions, although it may remain evergreen in mild climates. This shrub will grow to about 2 to 3 feet (61-91 cm.)

Is Caryopteris winter hardy?

Very resilient in the face of drought, cold and most diseases, caryopteris is a hardy ornamental plant. It also fares well when grown in pots, especially if it freezes strongly in your area and you can bring it in for shelter in winter.

When should Caryopteris be cut back?

spring
Pruning. To keep the plant shaped and flowering, Caryopteris plants should be cut down by at least half in the early spring. You can cut them back to 12 to 18 inches without harm.

Do you cut back Caryopteris in winter?

Is Caryopteris Evergreen?

This is an evergreen shrub which bears rich violet flowers which are produced on long spikes in summer and autumn.