Hop Bush
Dodonaea viscosa
This shrub's decorative papery fruits attract birds. Tip: use hop bush as an oleander alternative. Also try D. viscosa v. purpurea, which has bronze-purple leaves.
THE BASICS
Type: Shrub
Sun: Full sun, partial sun
Hardiness: 15°F
Water: Low
Native to: Warm regions worldwide
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 10 feet
Mature Width: 8 feet
Mature Form: Upright, dense
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Bright green
Texture: Medium
WILDLIFE
Birds
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Yellow-green (nonshowy)
Season: spring
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert