Duranta is a tropical powerhouse commonly referred to as golden dewdrop. The fast-growing shrub is primarily known for its beautiful blue blooms. Most brilliant blossoms are a vibrant periwinkle shade ...

Plant esperanza, firebush, duranta and more in May for heat-tolerant summer color that attracts hummingbirds and other ...

Despite the heat, a number of shrubs are blooming in area landscapes. In addition to tolerating the heat, these container-grown plants can be transplanted through the summer. 'Gold Star' esperanza ...

Even the subtropical perennial bloomers appropriate for full sun didn’t fare as well as we have come to expect the past few years. If you adhered to our expectation that they didn't need irrigation ...

Plants need steel wills to survive this summer. Many have called it quits in the record drought and heat. But a lineup of diehards is answering the conditions with beautiful blooms. The winning team's ...

Q. I was surprised to read that birds like duranta berries. I recently read that the plant is toxic to people and dogs, so I dug up my plant. Is it possible for this plant to be toxic to humans and ...