Duranta erecta 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Duranta ellisia
Duranta plumierii repens 'Variegata'
Golden Dew Drop
Golden Dewdrop
Pigeon Berry
Sky Flower
Variegated Sky Flower

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 4'-10'
W: 4'-15'

planting zones

10a-11

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Duranta erecta 'Variegata' plant details

Duranta erecta 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Duranta erecta 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: verbenaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 15 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, showy, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Duranta erecta 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Outward arching stems with beautiful glossy toothed leaves having very wide creamy white margins. Violet blue flower clusters followed by yellow pigion berry fruit.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Sky-blue drooping flower clusters are held against white and green variegated foliage. An excellent specimen to create contrast. Thrives in heat and sun.