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Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea'

Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea'

Purple Ake ake

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Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’, commonly known as Ake Ake, is a hardy, evergreen New Zealand native shrub grown for its rich purple-bronze foliage and excellent tolerance of tough conditions. The narrow, glossy leaves hold their colour year-round, providing strong contrast in the garden and making this plant a reliable choice for structure and screening.

It naturally forms a dense, upright shrub, typically growing 3–4 metres tall and around 2 metres wide, but it responds very well to pruning and can be easily maintained as a hedge. Ake Ake is particularly well suited to coastal, exposed, and low-maintenance gardens, coping with wind, salt spray, and dry periods once established.

Dodonaea viscosa ‘Purpurea’ is a dependable, no-fuss native shrub that delivers year-round colour and structure. It’s an excellent option for hedging, screening, and modern landscapes where resilience and ease of care are key priorities.

  • Expected 5 Year Height 4.0 M Width 1.5 M

Is Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea' suitable for my garden?

Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea' is best suited in a position that gets

  • Partial shade
  • Full sun

Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea' is

  • Wind Tolerant
  • Frost Tolerant
  • Coastal Friendly
  • Flowering
  • Fast-growing
  • Cold hardy
  • Evergreen
  • NZ Native

Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea' will thrive in soil that is

  • Acidic
  • Normal
  • Sandy
  • Stoney
  • Free draining
  • Nutrient rich

How to establish your Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea'?

Position: Plant in full sun for the best foliage colour, though it will tolerate light shade.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types, including sandy and poorer soils, as long as drainage is reasonable.

Planting: Dig a generous hole and loosen the surrounding soil to encourage root spread. Water well after planting.

Watering: Water regularly during the first summer to help establish roots. Once settled, it copes well with dry conditions.

Shelter: No shelter required; this plant handles wind and exposed sites extremely well.

How to maintain your Dodonaea Viscosa 'Purpurea' once established?

Watering: Minimal once established. Occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells will keep plants looking their best.

Feeding: Generally not required. In very poor soils, a light feed in spring can encourage stronger growth.

Pruning: Trim once or twice a year to maintain shape and density, especially if grown as a hedge. Pruning also encourages fresh, colourful foliage.

Pests & Diseases: Very low maintenance with few issues. Good drainage helps avoid root problems.

Coastal Use: Excellent choice for seaside gardens due to its tolerance of salt spray and wind.
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