For dramatic color and year-round interest, the Purple Hopseed Bush is an excellent choice. This evergreen shrub is known for its striking, deep purple to reddish-purple foliage, which intensifies in the cooler months, adding rich contrast to the landscape. Growing to a moderate size of 6 to 8 feet tall and wide, Purpurea is perfect for use as a colorful hedge, screen, or specimen plant. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering a low-maintenance solution for drought-tolerant, water-wise gardens. Small, inconspicuous flowers bloom in late spring, followed by papery seed pods that add texture and interest throughout the year. The Purple Hopseed Bush is also heat-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping, coastal gardens, or any area requiring a hardy, visually appealing shrub.
Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’ (Purple Hopseed Bush)
Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea'
Purple Hopseed Bush
For dramatic color and year-round interest, the Purple Hopseed Bush is an excellent choice. This evergreen shrub is known for its striking, deep purple to reddish-purple foliage, which intensifies in the cooler months, adding rich contrast to the landscape. Growing to a moderate size of 6 to 8 feet tall and wide, Purpurea is perfect for use as a colorful hedge, screen, or specimen plant. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering a low-maintenance solution for drought-tolerant, water-wise gardens. Small, inconspicuous flowers bloom in late spring, followed by papery seed pods that add texture and interest throughout the year. The Purple Hopseed Bush is also heat-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping, coastal gardens, or any area requiring a hardy, visually appealing shrub.
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Flower Color | Inconspicuous |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Fast, Moderate |
| Height | 6-8 ft |
| Spread | 6-8 ft |
| Spacing | 5-6 ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Great Foliage |
| Attracts | Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting |
| Tolerance | Drought, Heat |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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