Trachelium caeruleum 'Dark Knight'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Trachelium caeruleum 'Dark Knight' plant details

Trachelium caeruleum 'Dark Knight' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trachelium caeruleum 'Dark Knight'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trachelium caeruleum 'Dark Knight'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nice heirloom perennial forms a clump 2’ high and wide with stems topped by butterfly attracting VIOLET frothy flower heads 3-4” across; softly fragrant summer thru fall. Full sun in the north and on the coast and part shade in hot sun areas; regular water and loamy well drained soils will make this plant happy! Ignored by both snails and slugs…go figure! Reseeds politely which is good because it can be short lived due to its intense flowering!