Beyond Midnight® Bluebeard (Caryopteris x clandonensis)

Beyond Midnight® Bluebeard is a striking shrub that brings bold contrast and beauty to your late summer garden. Its rich, glossy dark foliage forms a compact, tidy habit, while deep blue flowers bloom in abundance, adding vibrant color when the landscape needs it most. This resilient beauty pairs beautifully with perennials and thrives in attracting pollinators of all kinds. Deer-resistant and low-maintenance, Beyond Midnight® Bluebeard is a standout in any garden.  24-30 inches tall and 24-30 inches wide at maturity Hardy in zones 5-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily) Space plants 24-36 inches apart for best results Produces rich, deep-blue flowers in late summer to early fall Maintains dark, glossy foliage spring to frost Blooms on new wood Great for borders, landscapes, mass plantings Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds while resisting deer Heat and drought tolerant, long blooming, fall interest, deadheading not necessary Please note: Our Ships Now shrubs are still waking up from dormancy! In the spring, shrubs begin to emerge from dormancy with swelling buds and potentially new growth as temperatures rise and daylight hours increase. Most dormant shrubs start leafing out in April, depending on the specific plant and local weather conditions. Care:  Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring and mid-summer. Requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot. Shipping Info: Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125 Size at shipping varies by the season and plant Quart shrubs are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom Read our guide to get started with planning a garden