Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers' (picotee skyflower) bears showy, white and repeat-blooming blossoms. This shrub is arching in form and has variegated medium green foliage that is glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers' (picotee skyflower) is showy. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Border, container, hedge, house plant, specimen, screening, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Birds and butterflies are attracted to Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers' .
Cautions
Thorns or spines can be a problem with Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers' (picotee skyflower). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets. When planning your garden, take into consideration that Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers' (picotee skyflower) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Duranta erecta 'Sapphire Showers' (picotee skyflower) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
