Size: 36″ to 42″ including 10″ of planter; 3 Gallon Nursery Planter
Light: Full Sunlight
Pet Friendly: NoSapphire Showers Duranta Tree
The Duranta tree, scientifically known as the Duranta erecta plant and commonly referred to as Sapphire Showers, is a stunning and versatile ornamental plant celebrated for its vibrant purple flowers and graceful, weeping branches. Belonging to the Verbena family, this tropical evergreen is cherished for its year-round beauty, making it a popular choice for landscaping in warm climates. With its cascading clusters of blossoms and bright green foliage, the Duranta tree adds a touch of elegance to gardens, patios, and public spaces, creating a visual spectacle that captivates admirers and attracts pollinators. With proper care, the sapphire showers Duranta tree can thrive and contribute a burst of color and charm to outdoor spaces.
Duranta Tree Care
Scientific Name
Duranta erecta plant
Light
Sapphire Showers trees thrive in full sunlight, utilizing it to produce the vibrant blooms and berries that make them visually striking. Inadequate sunlight can result in leggy and sparse growth, underscoring the importance of providing them with ample sun exposure.
Water
Hardiness Zones
The Duranta Sapphire Showers plant is rated for Zones 9 to 11. Find your zone here!
Pet Friendliness
The Duranta Tree is not pet friendly.
Duranta Plant FAQ
How to Care for a Duranta Plant?
The duranta tree thrives with care that includes providing full sun exposure for optimal growth and flowering. Ensuring well-drained soil and watering when the top layer becomes dry contribute to the plant’s overall health. Regular pruning helps maintain shape and control size.
Is Duranta Plant a Perennial?
The Sapphire Showers erecta duranta plant is indeed a perennial in suitable climates, displaying its ornamental foliage and vibrant blooms year after year. However, its perennial nature is subject to regional climate conditions.
What is a Duranta Plant?
The duranta plant is a tropical shrub known for its attractive blue or purple berries and clusters of tubular flowers. It is a popular choice for landscaping and gardens, prized for its ornamental features.
Are Hummingbirds Attracted to the Duranta Tree?
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Sent the duranta purple showers tree to my mom for her birthday, and it arrived in great condition, even with a few purple flowers remaining. She is very happy!
The item arrived beautifully in a well protection packaging. I am very happy with the Duranta Purple Showers tree and pleased with the amazing service I received.
Beautifully packaged with no damage whatsoever, large, healthy plant. Exactly as described. 100% thrilled with this purchase! Thank you!