- **Type**: Evergreen shrub (in warm climates) or tender perennial (in cooler zones)

- **Height**: 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm); can reach 4 to 6 feet (1.2 to 1.8 meters) in ideal conditions with age

- **Width**: 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm)

- **Growth Habit**: Compact, mounding, dense, with a rounded shape

- **Foliage**:

- Bright chartreuse to golden-yellow leaves, 1 to 2 inches long (2.5 to 5 cm)

- Oval, glossy texture

- Evergreen in frost-free areas; may turn greener in shade or drop in cold winters

- **Flowers**:

- Small, tubular, lavender-blue to purple blooms in clusters

- About 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) across

- Bloom season: Spring to fall (April to October), sporadic in mild climates

- Lightly fragrant, attracts butterflies and bees

- **Fruit**:

- Small, golden-orange berries, about 0.5 inches (1.3 cm), appearing after flowering

- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for brightest foliage; tolerates partial shade (color fades in low light)

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained, fertile; adapts to sandy or loamy soils

- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5 to 7.0)

- **Watering**: Moderate; regular until established, then drought-tolerant; avoid overwatering

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 9 to 11 (20°F or -6°C; may regrow from roots in Zone 9 with protection)

- **Wildlife**: Attracts butterflies and bees; deer-resistant due to mild toxicity

- **Care**:

- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape or control size

- Fertilize lightly with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring

- Monitor for pests like whiteflies; ensure good drainage to prevent root rot

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract whiteflies, aphids, or spider mites

- Susceptible to root rot in soggy soil or root-knot nematodes in some regions

- **Uses**: Accent plant, low hedge, container plant, or colorful border

- **Growth Rate**: Moderate; typically 12 to 18 inches per year, faster in warm climates

The Gold Mound Duranta’s glowing yellow foliage adds a vibrant pop of color to gardens, thriving best in sunny spots with minimal upkeep once settled. Let me know if you’d like more care tips or planting ideas!