Position
Full sun to semi shade.








A hardy Australian native shrub valued for its dense burgundy foliage and attractive summer seed pods. Fast growing and highly tolerant of wind, heat and coastal exposure, it is widely used for hedging, screening and erosion control. Its upright habit and vivid colour make it a standout for low water gardens, native designs and contemporary landscapes where year round structure is needed.

Position
Full sun to semi shade.

Size
Approx, 2m-4m high x 2m-4m wide. Shrub like, Upright.

Water
Low, drought tolerant once established.

Uses
Hedging, screening, native gardens, coastal gardens, low-water landscapes, windbreaks, mass planting.
Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea' is a versatile native shrub forming an upright, shrub like habit with leathery burgundy toned foliage. It produces small but decorative seed pods during summer and maintains colour throughout the year. Its toughness, fast growth rate and adaptability to a range of soils make it one of the best native options for hedging and screening in modern Australian landscapes.
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