dodonea viscosa purpurea
Dodonea viscosa purpurea, also known as the Purple Ake Ake, is a sought-after native New Zealand shrub prized for its stunning purplish-bronze foliage and versatility in the garden. Perfect for both formal and informal landscapes, this hardy evergreen is ideal for hedging, shelter belts, and feature planting. Its neat, upright growth, tolerance of tough conditions, and year-round colour make Dodonea viscosa purpurea a favourite among Kiwi gardeners, whether you’re creating a windbreak, adding visual interest, or designing a low-maintenance native border.
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
