Also known as Golden Dewdrop · 16 saves
Duranta
Duranta, the genus most gardeners know as golden dewdrop. We track 3 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 3 most-saved Duranta varieties
Species of Duranta
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Duranta in Sow
Save the Duranta you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
How to grow Duranta
Whats common across all Duranta varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 3 most-grown of them.
The Duranta year
- PruneMarch and April100% of varieties
Cut back to shape as growth resumes in spring; it flowers on new wood.
- FertilizeMay–August67% of varieties
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Winter PrepOctober67% of varieties
Provide heavy mulch for winter protection or treat as an annual.
Do
- Give it full sun for the best flowering ☀️
- Site it away from small children ⚠️
- Prune in spring to keep it in bounds ✂️
- Overwinter containers frost-free 🏠
- Water deeply during dry spells 🌱
Avoid
- Let children pick the berries ❌
- Leave it outdoors below zone 9 ❌
- Plant it unpruned in a small space ❌
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
What goes wrong with Duranta
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Generally pest-free | No significant insect damage is typical | Monitor only; no routine treatment needed |
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Scale insects | Small bumps on stems or undersides of leaves | Apply horticultural oil during the growing season |
| Whiteflies | Clouds of tiny white insects fly up when disturbed; sticky honeydew on leaves. | Use yellow sticky traps to monitor. Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil, ensuring good coverage of leaf undersides. |
| Root rot | Wilting and dieback despite wet soil, with soft dark roots when the plant is lifted | Improve drainage or repot into free-draining compost; never leave containers standing in water |
| Root Rot | Wilting, yellowing leaves, and mushy roots, caused by overly wet soil. | Ensure excellent drainage. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Fungicides are not effective. |
Making more Duranta
Stem cuttings
- Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
- Root in gritty compost under humidity.
- Pot on and keep frost-free through the first winter.
cuttings
- Select healthy semi-hardwood stems in late summer.
- Cut 4-6 inch sections and remove lower leaves.
- Dip cut ends in rooting hormone powder.
- Plant in moist, well-draining potting mix.
- Keep soil moist and place in bright, indirect light.
- Roots develop in approximately 6 weeks.
Duranta questions
How many types of Duranta are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 3 distinct Duranta varieties. The most popular — ranked by 16 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Duranta grow in?
Across its varieties, Duranta covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Duranta bloom?
Most Duranta varieties bloom in late summer, early summer, spring to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Duranta should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.