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Shrubs

Duranta Gold

Duranta repens ‘Gold’

Versatile shrubs, known for striking golden yellow foliage & light purple flowers.

Quick Care Summary

Light Full sun to Partial Shade.
Water Moderate
Mature size 2m tall × 1.5m wide
Frost Semi Frost Sensitive
Difficulty Easy
Flowering Spring through autumn

How to Grow and Care

  • Versatile in various conditions.
  • After it is established, it is:
  • Drought hardy
  • Tolerates frost - but leaves will turn dark purple to black with frost.
  • Ideal for hedging and topiaries.

Best Uses

  • Outdoor garden
  • Patio
  • Standing Plant pot /container

Growth and Size

  • Height: 2m
  • Width: 1.5m
  • Growth rate: Fast
  • Foliage: Bright golden‑yellow

Climate Suitability

  • Soil condition: Good, aerated compost rich soil.
  • Temperature: Frost resilient once established.
  • Temperature: Hardy & versatile.
  • Watering: Drought tolerant once established.
  • Watering: Regular watering until settled.
  • Wind: Moderate sensitivity prefers more sheltered position.
  • Wind: Tolerant

Maintenance Level

  • Moderate maintenance
  • Regular feeding recommended
  • Regular pruning required
  • Regular Pruning if in hedge or Topiary form during growing season.
  • When fertilized often it will maintain lush full shape.
  • Can look Branchy with little leaves in dry spells.

Additional Information

  • Native to Central South America.
  • Attracts pollinators like Butterflies and Bumble bees.
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