Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Evergreen shrub
Growth Habit
Bushy
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
Ornamental
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental shrub
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
2 to 4 meters
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
9 to 11
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
1 to 1.5 meters
Planting Depth
1 to 2 cm
Growing Conditions
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Dodonaea viscosa be shaped into a formal hedge?
Can Dodonaea viscosa be shaped into a formal hedge?
Yes. It responds well to regular pruning and is commonly used for hedges, privacy screens, and windbreaks.
Do the colorful seed capsules provide ornamental interest?
Do the colorful seed capsules provide ornamental interest?
Yes. Female plants produce papery seed capsules that may appear pink, red, green, or tan, adding seasonal color after flowering.
Will Dodonaea viscosa keep its foliage throughout the year?
Will Dodonaea viscosa keep its foliage throughout the year?
Yes. It is an evergreen shrub that retains its glossy foliage year-round in suitable climates.
Can Dodonaea viscosa tolerate coastal and windy locations?
Can Dodonaea viscosa tolerate coastal and windy locations?
Yes. It adapts well to coastal gardens and tolerates wind, dry conditions, and a wide range of soils once established.
Does this shrub require frequent watering after establishment?
Does this shrub require frequent watering after establishment?
No. Once established, Dodonaea viscosa is drought tolerant and generally needs only occasional watering during extended dry periods.
Can Dodonaea viscosa be grown as a small ornamental tree?
Can Dodonaea viscosa be grown as a small ornamental tree?
Yes. With selective pruning, it can be trained from a multi-stemmed shrub into a small ornamental tree for landscape use.