Sapphire Showers Sky Flower

Duranta Erecta 'Sapphire Showers'

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Overview

Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers', or Sapphire Showers Sky Flower, is an evergreen shrub boasting cascades of vibrant, purple-blue flowers. It flourishes in USDA zones 9-11, quickly reaching heights of 4-6 feet with a spread of 3-5 feet. Provide full sun for optimal blooming and plant in well-drained soil. Regular pruning maintains its shape. Small golden berries follow the blooms, adding interest but take caution as they are toxic if ingested.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Sapphire Showers Sky Flower (Duranta Erecta 'Sapphire Showers') — It flourishes in USDA zones 9-11, quickly reaching heights of 4-6 feet with a spread of 3-5

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–20 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family: Verbenaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Sapphire Showers Sky Flower (Duranta Erecta 'Sapphire Showers') — Provide full sun for optimal blooming and plant in well-drained soil; its arching branches

Sapphire Showers Sky Flower (Duranta Erecta 'Sapphire Showers') — It flourishes in USDA zones 9-11, quickly reaching heights of 4-6 feet with a, image 25

Sapphire Showers Sky Flower (Duranta Erecta 'Sapphire Showers') — Regular pruning maintains its shape; especially in the growing season

Sapphire Showers Sky Flower (Duranta Erecta 'Sapphire Showers') — Small golden berries follow the blooms, adding interest but take caution as they, image 28

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