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Duranta
Duranta, the genus most gardeners know as golden dewdrop. We track 5 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 3 most-saved Duranta varieties
Browse all 5 Duranta varieties →
Species of Duranta
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
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How to grow Duranta
Whats common across all Duranta varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 5 most-grown of them.
The Duranta year
- PruneMarch–August100% of varieties
Cut back to shape as growth resumes in spring; it flowers on new wood.
- FertilizeApril–September80% of varieties
Apply a balanced, slow-release granular fertilizer in early spring.
- Winter PrepNovember and December80% of varieties
Apply a thick layer of mulch around the base to protect roots from frost in marginal zones.
- Check for PestsJune–August40% of varieties
Inspect leaf undersides for whiteflies and spider mites during hot, dry weather.
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 🏠
- Shear back the outer growth regularly during the active spring and summer growing seasons.
Avoid
- Let children pick the berries ❌
- Leave it outdoors below zone 9 ❌
- Plant it unpruned in a small space ❌
- Do not cut heavily into old, completely leafless woody stems.
What goes wrong with Duranta
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Whiteflies | Stippling, yellowing leaves, and sticky honeydew residue on foliage. | Apply insecticidal soaps or horticultural oils to the undersides of leaves. |
| Generally pest-free | No significant insect damage is typical | Monitor only; no routine treatment needed |
| Spider Mites | Fine stippling and webbing on leaf undersides under hot, dry conditions. | Increase humidity around the plant and wash foliage with strong water jets. |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on branch tips and stippled, dusty-looking foliage. | Apply a strong stream of water to knock mites off, or treat with a miticide in severe cases. |
| 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, and eventual plant collapse in poorly draining soils. | Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering, and apply biofungicides early. |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery fungal growth on leaves. | Ensure good air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and treat with sulfur or potassium bicarbonate. |
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.
Stem Cuttings
- Take semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or softwood cuttings in spring.
- Dip the cut ends in rooting hormone to encourage root development.
- Insert cuttings into a moist, well-draining propagation medium.
- Maintain high humidity and warmth until roots establish before potting up.
Duranta questions
How many types of Duranta are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 5 distinct Duranta varieties. The most popular — ranked by 22 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.