| Common name: |
Golden Duranta, Golden Dewdrop |
| Botanical Name: |
Duranta repens 'Goldii' |
| Family: |
Verbenaceae |
| Foliage: |
The plant has bright lemon coloured leaves. It's leaves are mainly ovate, simple and sometimes toothed. |
| Flowers: |
It produces arching clusters of small purple flowers. |
| Light: |
The plant requires a minimum of 4 hrs. of direct sunlight. |
| Temperature: |
It prefers a warm temperature. |
| Soil: |
Grow the plant in moist, but well-drained, moderately fertile soil |
| Humidity: |
The plant is only moderately drought tolerant. |
| Watering: |
Water plentifully during the growing season, but do not allow the plant to stand in water. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. |
| Pest and Problems: |
No serious pests are normally seen on the plant except for scales and nematodes |
| Growth habit: |
It is a fast growing plant and if allowed to do so it can grow up to 8 feet. |
| Fertilizing: |
Apply standard liquid fertilizer every two months. |
| Pruning: |
Trim to plant to encourage branching. Pruning can also be done to keep the plant in keep the plant in shape. |
| Propagation: |
Propagation of the plant is done from stem cuttings. |
| Special Care: |
If the plant is not given the required amount of sunlight, the leaves can revert back to green colour |
| Landscaping Utility: |
The plant is generally used to make a hedge. The distance of planting should be 1.5 feet c/c. |
| Uses: |
Topiary, Hedges, Boarders |
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