Dodonaea viscosa
Hopseed Bush, 'a'ali'i
Description
Can vary from green to purple leaves. Use as a screen. Small tree. Evergreen, 12'-15' tall x 12'wide. Green forms from AZ hardier. Green forms have varied leaf forms. Short lived. Suffers from chlorosis. Full sun. Drought Tolerant. Purple forms more colorful in cold weather. Do not overwater. Moderate growth rate. Will tolerate partial shade. Susceptible to Texas root rot.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Green, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
Fall
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.