Duranta Tree

The Duranta Tree needs full sun exposure to bloom at its best. Water weekly during establishment, then reduce frequency once the plant matures and shows signs of drought tolerance. Fertilize monthly during the growing season, prune lightly to maintain the elegant tree form, and you’ll enjoy a season-long display of blooms and berries.

Yes, the Duranta erecta tree is perennial in USDA Zones 9–11. In these climates, it grows year-round and produces flowers followed by berries season after season. In cooler zones, it may not survive winter outdoors, but it can be overwintered indoors in containers to extend its lifespan.

The Duranta Tree is a specialty ornamental version of the Sapphire Showers plant, trained into a patio tree form with cascading blooms and berries. Unlike the shrub form, this tree form provides vertical elegance and works beautifully as a landscape focal point or container specimen. It’s both decorative and functional, attracting pollinators like hummingbirds while adding color and structure to the garden.

Yes, hummingbirds are highly attracted to the nectar-rich purple flowers of the Sapphire Showers Duranta. Gardeners often plant them specifically to draw pollinators, as butterflies and birds also find the blossoms irresistible. This makes the Duranta Tree an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly landscaping.

The Duranta plant is not pet friendly, as its berries can be toxic if ingested by dogs or cats. For this reason, it’s best planted away from areas where pets frequently roam. If you have pets and still want to enjoy this plant, consider growing it in a container or raised patio planter that remains out of reach.

We offer Sapphire Showers Duranta Trees for sale in 3 Gallon containers, shipped directly from our Florida nursery (excluding AK & HI). Each plant is hand-selected, carefully packaged, and shipped fresh to your door. Order online today to buy a Duranta patio tree and add this tropical beauty to your home or garden.