Dodonaea viscosa

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Dodonaea viscosa

Hopseed Bush, 'a'ali'i

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

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

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Wind Break, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.