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Duranta erecta 'Gold Mound' or
Pigeon Berry or Sky Flower or Golden Dew Drop...plant image
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Duranta erecta 'Gold Mound'
(Golden Dewdrop, Honey Drops, Pigeon Berry, Brazilian Skyflower) |
Family: Lythraceae
Origin: Mexico
Light: Sun-part shade
Height: Up to 6'
Spread: 3'
Blooms: Abundant, beautiful, small, tubular, lilac-colored,
repeated blooms
Foliage: Chartreuse
Soil: Well-drained, mildy acidic-neutral (pH 6.1-7.5)
Water: Regular
Propagation: Seeds (Sow as soon as possible), cuttings
Uses: Container, accent, ornamental, groundcover, landscaping
Insects / Diseases: Watch out for nemetodes, catterpillars and
scale insects
Comments: Duranta erecta 'Gold Mound' or
Pigeon Berry or Sky Flower or Golden Dew Drop is a pretty perennial
shrub that can also be grown as a shrubby groundcover with its graceful
droopy branches. This plant
ia a butterfly attractant. Birds love the golden yellow fruits. It is an easy to grow plant
that does not demand much attention. Protect plant from frost.
Trim plant to maintain size and shape.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
