Dodonaea viscosa

Hopbush, Hopseed Bush, Varnish Leaf

Family: Sapindaceae Soapberry


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Green, yellow
Bloom time Spring through Fall
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Border, espalier, hedge, screen, standard, superior hedge, specimen
Height 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Spread 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown, green, red, yellow
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Oval
Attributes and features Native to North America