Duranta erecta

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

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

Medium, 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:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.