Sky Flower, Golden Dew-Drop
Duranta Erecta 'Sweet Memory'
Overview
Duranta erecta 'Sweet Memory,' commonly known as the Sky Flower or Golden Dew-Drop, is a vibrant evergreen shrub reaching up to 5 feet tall. This cultivar boasts rich lavender-blue blossoms and pendulous clusters of golden berries. Ideal for zones 9-11, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. Regular pruning maintains its shape, enhancing its appeal in mixed borders or as a standalone accent.
Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Verbenaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Subtropical
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