dodonaea viscosa purple
Dodonaea viscosa purple, also known as Dodonaea viscosa purpurea or Purple Ake Ake, is a striking native shrub prized in New Zealand gardens for its vibrant foliage and exceptional resilience. If you’re searching for an eye-catching, drought-tolerant option that brings year-round interest, this Hardy New Zealand native makes a fantastic choice for hedges, shelter belts, or specimen plantings. In this guide, discover everything you need to know about growing and using Dodonaea viscosa purple, and see why it’s a must-have for gardeners looking to add architectural drama and low-maintenance structure to the landscape.
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)
Purple Hop Bush, Purple AkeAke
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, pink flowers in summer as it grows to 4 m tall and 2.5 m wide. Dodonaea purpurea is commonly trimmed into a hedge, grown as an informal hedge, included in mixed or native plantings, used for riparian planting, grown as a screen, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. The versatility and excellent aesthetics of this plant make it very popular with landscape designers and gardeners alike.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
4.00 m - Spread:
2.50 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind - Garden uses:
Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening - Garden styles:
Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
