DURANTA erecta
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DURANTA erecta
Commonly known as Golden dewdrop, pigeon berry
Violet-blue flowers, edged with white. Mature plants have sharp thorns.
£18.50
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Will require restrictive pruning under glass -
Pests & Diseases
Under glass red spider mites, whiteflies, mealybugs -
Place of origin
USA (Florida) to Brazil -
EvergreenOvate to obovate, sparsely to boldly toothed rich green leaves to 7cm (2¾in) long
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet -
White
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Obovate
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Ovate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubErect to spreading large shrub or small tree. Produces axillary, pendent panicles 10-15cm (4-6in) long of small flowers followed by yellow fruit 1cm (½in) across
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Heated greenhouse - warm temperate
Can be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F)Under glass use loam-based compost (JI No.3) in full light with shade from hot sun -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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toxic if eaten
Pets, i.e. dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs, cats, caged birds -
harmful if eaten
People
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
2.5m (8ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Duranta Care Guide