purple dodonaea
Purple dodonaea, known botanically as Dodonaea viscosa purpurea and commonly called Purple Ake Ake, is a distinct New Zealand native shrub prized for its vibrant foliage and exceptional toughness. With rich maroon to deep purple leaves, purple dodonaea stands out in garden beds, hedges, and landscape borders, offering eye-catching colour all year round. If you’re searching for an evergreen plant that combines bold colour, drought tolerance, and resilience to coastal winds, Purple Ake Ake is a top contender for gardens throughout New Zealand.
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
