Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop

Duranta Erecta

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Overview

Duranta erecta, or Sky Flower, is a tropical, evergreen shrub renowned for vibrant purple-blue flowers and yellow fruit clusters. Maturing at 4-6 ft tall, with a 3-4 ft spread, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11. It requires full sun, well-drained soil, and regular watering. Ideal for hedges and containers, its rapid growth demands frequent pruning. The attractive foliage contrasts beautifully against its cascading floral displays, a striking choice for any design.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 9–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — evergreen shrub renowned for vibrant purple-blue flowers and yellow fruit clusters

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — with its botanical name Duranta erecta

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Maturing at 4-6 ft tall, with a 3-4 ft spread, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Ideal for hedges and containers, its rapid growth demands frequent pruning

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — It requires full sun, well-drained soil, and regular watering

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — evergreen shrub renowned for vibrant purple-blue flowers and yellow fruit clusters

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — The attractive foliage contrasts beautifully against its cascading floral displays

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Verbenaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — This lush species can reach up to 18 feet in height with a similar spread

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — with its botanical name Duranta erecta

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Maturing at 4-6 ft tall, with a 3-4 ft spread, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Ideal for hedges and containers, its rapid growth demands frequent pruning

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — It requires full sun, well-drained soil, and regular watering

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — evergreen shrub renowned for vibrant purple-blue flowers and yellow fruit clusters

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — The attractive foliage contrasts beautifully against its cascading floral displays

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — a striking choice for any design

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Native to the tropical regions of the Americas, it thrives in U.S

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — evergreen shrub that introduces dynamic visual interest to any landscape

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — These blossoms are a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds, breathing life into the garden

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — each bloom clusters gracefully along arching branches

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — providing a striking contrast and adding to its common name 'Golden Dew-Drop'

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — should be noted as toxic if ingested

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — It tolerates a variety of soil types and is relatively drought-resistant once established

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — making it a low-maintenance option for a busy client

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Its resilience and fast growth rate make it ideal for use as a hedge, screen, or standalone specimen

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — Pruning is necessary to maintain the desired shape and promote denser foliage

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — which is best done after the flowering season

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — blue flowers in the garden

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — shrub with blue blooms

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — shrub for full

Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop (Duranta Erecta) — The Sky Flower's sculptural form and colorful presence ensure it is a standout feature in any garden design

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