Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’ (Hop Bush) Live Evergreen Shrub | 2 Feet Tall | Shipped in 1 Gallon Pot Purple Foliage Accent | Drought Tolerant | Fast Growing Landscape Shrub

Add bold color and year-round interest to your landscape with this Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’, commonly known as Purple Hop Bush. This live evergreen shrub is approximately 2 feet tall and shipped in a 1-gallon nursery pot, well-rooted and ready for planting.

Known for its striking purple-bronze foliage, this fast-growing shrub makes an excellent hedge, privacy screen, or accent plant. It thrives in warm climates and is highly valued for its drought tolerance and adaptability. As it matures, it develops into a tall, upright shrub perfect for adding height and structure to your garden.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’
✔️ Height: approximately 2 feet tall
✔️ Shipped in 1-gallon nursery pot
✔️ Established, rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Purple Hop Bush
Botanical Name: Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Growth Stage: Young established plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerant of sandy and poor soils
Watering: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 12–16 feet
Mature Width: 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes (with pruning when young)

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun to maintain the richest purple foliage color. Light pruning encourages fuller growth and can help maintain a hedge or screen shape.