Geisha Girl – Duranta repens ‘Geisha Girl’
Features: Evergreen | Drought Tolerant | Light Frost Tolerant | Bird Attracting
Height: 2–3 m Spread: 1.5–2.5 m
Duranta repens ‘Geisha Girl’ is a striking ornamental shrub admired for its graceful, weeping form and vibrant clusters of rich violet-blue flowers edged with pale lilac. Flowering from spring through to autumn, the blooms are followed by attractive golden-orange berries that are highly appealing to birds. With its lush green foliage and elegant habit, this cultivar is well-suited to feature planting, hedging, or container use in warm climates.
Growing Conditions:
Thrives in full sun for best flowering and form, though it will tolerate part shade. Requires protection from heavy frost but is tolerant of light frosts and dry periods once established. Prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage further blooming.
Soil Type:
Performs best in well-drained soils including sandy, loamy, or light clay types. Benefits from soil enriched with organic matter but is adaptable to a wide range of conditions.
Special Features:
Long-flowering season with eye-catching violet blooms
Edged petals give a delicate, ruffled appearance
Berries attract birds and add ornamental value
Can be shaped into standards, hedges, or grown in large pots
Low-maintenance choice for subtropical and warm temperate gardens
