Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea'
Purple Hopseed Bush
Description
This fast-growing shrub has an upright, branching habit that reaches a mature size of 15' x 10'. Willow-like leaves are 4" in length. Its foliage is bronzy-green in color, which turns a reddish-purple shade in the fall and winter. It has a compact growth and requires full sun for the best results.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.