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Green Hopseed Bush

Dodonaea Viscosa

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Overview

The Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea viscosa) is an enduring evergreen with a dense, upright growth habit, reaching heights of 10-12 feet and spanning 6-8 feet wide. It boasts lance-shaped leaves and inconspicuous flowers. Adaptable to various conditions but thriving in full sun, it requires minimal water once established. Ideal as a hedge or privacy screen, it’s also tolerant of wind and makes a hardy choice for many landscapes. USDA zones: 9-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Subtropical
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — is an evergreen shrub that provides a lush; green and yellow flowers in the garden

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
8–12 Ft.
Mature width
8–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — lance-shaped leaves that grow 3 to 4 inches long; typically reaching a height of 10 to 12 feet with an approximate
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — the Green Hopseed radiates a vibrant green hue; followed by attractive seed pods that change from chartreuse to tan as
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — followed by attractive seed pods that change from chartreuse to tan as they mature.<br><br>For optimal growth; the
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — consider its moderate growth rate and potential width; dodonaea viscosa prefers full sun to partial shade and
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — It boasts lance-shaped leaves and inconspicuous flowers
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — is an evergreen shrub that provides a lush
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — the Green Hopseed radiates a vibrant green hue; followed by attractive seed pods that change from, image 61
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — lance-shaped leaves that grow 3 to 4 inches long
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — It has admirable drought tolerance once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping; it boasts lance-shaped leaves
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — Ideal as a hedge or privacy screen, it‚Äôs also tolerant of wind and makes a hardy choice for many landscapes
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — consider its moderate growth rate and potential width; dodonaea viscosa prefers full sun to partial shade, image 68
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — typically reaching a height of 10 to 12 feet with an approximate spread of 6 to 8 feet; lance-shaped leaves that grow 3
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — Dodonaea viscosa prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; consider its moderate growth, image 65
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — This bush thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 through 11
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — inconspicuous flowers may appear in spring or summer
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — ensuring it is given ample space to flourish without overcrowding nearby plants; shrub for full or half
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — scientifically known as Dodonaea viscosa; inconspicuous flowers may appear in spring or summer
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — shrub for full or half; ensuring it is given ample space to flourish without overcrowding nearby plants, image 72
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — typically reaching a height of 10 to 12 feet with an approximate spread of 6 to 8 feet; lance-shaped leaves, image 57
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — shrub for full or half
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — shrub with green and yellow blooms; which can add a striking contrast against lighter-colored structures or plants
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — which can add a striking contrast against lighter-colored structures or plants; shrub with green and yellow, image 62
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — Ideal as a hedge or privacy screen, it‚Äôs also tolerant of wind and makes a hardy choice for many, image 53
Green Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea Viscosa) — which can add a striking contrast against lighter-colored structures or plants
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