Overview
Duranta erecta is a plant with a shrub habit in the genus Duranta, part of the Verbenaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Duranta erecta grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include hedge and specimen plant.
About
Duranta erecta is a species of flowering shrub in the verbena family Verbenaceae, native from Mexico to South America and the Caribbean. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical gardens throughout the world, and has become naturalized in many places.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Duranta
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Duranta erecta size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Hedge, Specimen plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Duranta erecta
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids, whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Duranta erecta?
Duranta erecta prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Duranta erecta need?
Duranta erecta grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Duranta erecta hardy in the UK?
Duranta erecta has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Duranta erecta?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed.
