How do I keep Duranta blooming?

Slow-release fertilizers helps encourage prolific flowering and fruiting.

Duranta Erecta, Golden Duranta, Sheena's Gold, Duranta Gold

Botanical Name:

Duranta erecta

Common Name(s):

Skyflower, Golden dewdrop, Golden duranta, Pigeon berry, Sheena's gold, Duranta gold, Tree forget-me-not

Categories:

Shrubs, Hedging Plants

Origin:

Exotic

Evergreen / Deciduous:

Evergreen

Maturity Height:

±3m

Maturity Spread:

±2m

Growth:

Fast grower

Roots:

Non-invasive

Leaves:

Green or yellow or golden but turns purple to black in winter

Flowers:

pale blue, white, or violet

Seeds:

Autumn

Main Identification:

The bright yellow foliage when it grows in the full sun

Light:

Sun, semi-shade

Frost:

Frost tender

Watering:

High watering

Cultural Requirements:

Acidic to slightly alkaline

Uses:

Screening, Hedging, Topiary, formal gardens, architectural plant when pruned, wind block

Maintenance:

This plant is moderate to high maintenance

Duranta Erecta, Skyflower, Golden Duranta, Sheena's Gold, Duranta Gold Prices

Name	Price	Buy
Golden Duranta, Duranta erecta, Duranta sheena's gold - 1L	R17.50	Buy
Golden Duranta, Duranta erecta, Sheena's Gold - 3L	R24.50	Buy
Golden duranta, Duranta erecta, Sheena's Gold, Duranta gold - 10L	R69.50	Buy
Golden Duranta, Duranta erecta, Duranta sheena's gold - Ball - 2.5L	R95.00	Buy
Golden Duranta, Duranta erecta, Duranta sheena's gold - Ball - 10L	R165.00	Buy

Caring For Duranta Erecta, Skyflower, Golden Duranta, Sheena's Gold, Duranta Gold

Due to frosty winters in recent years, its advisable to cover freshly planted small Duranta erecta, Skyflower, Golden duranta, Sheena's gold plants with frost covers in winter to minimise loss of plants.

How can I order Duranta Erecta, Skyflower, Golden Duranta, Sheena's Gold, Duranta Gold?

Duranta erecta, Skyflower, Golden duranta, Sheena's gold, Duranta gold plants can be ordered online or through WhatApp 063 335 5126 or phone call to 010 213 4275 or email sales@finelineslandscaping.co.za or by visiting us at the nursery. Deliveries are either done on the same day or next day or next possible day depending on availability of the Duranta erecta, Skyflower, Golden duranta, Sheena's gold, Duranta gold plants.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Below are some of the frequently asked questions about Duranta Sheena's gold.

How fast does Duranta gold grow?

Duranta gold will grow to approximately three metres high and two metres wide, attaining its maturity growth in about three to four years.

Is Duranta gold evergreen?

Duranta plant, also widely known as golden dewdrops, is a tropical broadleaf evergreen shrub that is often grown as an annual outdoor shrub or potted houseplant.

Does Sheenas gold grow in the shade?

Duranta plants prefers a full sun location and moist but well-drained soil, but it will tolerate some shade, although with reduced flowering and a lankier growth habit.

How do I keep a Duranta blooming?

Slow-release fertilizers help encourage prolific flowering and fruiting. Watering frequently while the plant is establishing is important. After establishment, water just enough to keep the soil moist but more during times of drought.

Will Duranta survive a freeze?

Duranta will will die back to the ground after a frost or freeze

How do I shape a Duranta tree?

The plant should be pruned lightly to remove dead growth, thin out overcrowded branches or to control its size. The lead trunks or branches should not be pruned because the shrub will appear lopsided.

How can I make my Duranta grow faster?

Duranta thrives well in well drained soils which are watered regularly during establishment and longer-term rewater when the top soil dries out. In addition to that, regular pruning is required to maintain the desired shape. Mulching is also needed to keep the soil moist.

Is Duranta poisonous to dogs?

The berries are poisonous to humans and pets.

Why do Duranta leaves turn black?

Duranta gold is frost sensitive, the duranta leaves will turn purple and black when exposed to frost. This is completely normal, the leaves will fall away and new growth will appear in the spring.

Where can I buy Duranta sheena's gold in Gauteng?