Duranta is a genus of flowering plants in the verbena family, Verbenaceae. It contains 17 species of shrubs and small trees that are native from southern Florida to Mexico and South America. They are commonly cultivated as hedges and ornamental plants. Golden Duranta Plants are grows 2 to 4 feet tall and wide. Its main attraction is its bright yellow foliage, although it does produce small lavender flowers as well. This plant grows well in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 9b through 11. When frost hits it might damage the tips of the plant, but duranta usually recovers without a problem. If you plant this shrub in the right location, it will require little attention after establishment.