Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea'

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Purple Hopseed Bush or Hop Bush

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This fast-growing shrub has an upright, branching habit that reaches a height of 12'-15', with willow-like leaves that are 4" in length. Its foliage is bronzy-green in color, which turns a reddish-purple shade in the fall and winter. It has compact growth and requires full sun for the best results.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

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Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Purple

 

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Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.