Duranta erecta
Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop
Description
This vining shrub grows from 15'-25' tall and 8'-12' wide. This plant blooms profusely with clusters of blue flowers all through the summer. Orange-yellow berries follow the flowers. Full sun and regular water are necessary to keep this shrub looking and performing its best.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Yellow
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Moderate, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.