Overview
Duranta serratifolia is a plant with a shrub or small tree habit in the genus Duranta, part of the Verbenaceae family, with green, elliptic leaves foliage. Duranta serratifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include hedging and ornamental planting.
About
Duranta serratifolia is a shrub or small tree in the Verbenaceae family, valued for its green, elliptic leaves. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and average moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for hedging and ornamental planting. This cultivar is best propagated by semi-ripe cuttings or seed and is particularly attractive during the spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Duranta
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Average
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Duranta serratifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub or small tree
- Foliage
- Green, elliptic leaves
- Suggested uses
- Hedging, ornamental planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Duranta serratifolia
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, seed
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Duranta serratifolia?
Duranta serratifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Duranta serratifolia need?
Duranta serratifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays average.
Is Duranta serratifolia hardy in the UK?
Duranta serratifolia 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 serratifolia?
Semi-ripe cuttings, seed.
