Overview
Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima is a bushy shrubs in the genus Dodonaea, part of the Sapindaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, sub-tropical, low maintenance, conservatory and greenhouse, flower borders and beds and hedging and screens.
About
Dodonaea viscosa, also known as the broadleaf hopbush, is a species of flowering plant in the Dodonaea (hopbush) genus that has a cosmopolitan distribution in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions of Africa, the Americas, southern Asia and Australasia. Dodonaea is part of Sapindaceae, the soapberry family.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dodonaea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Sub-tropical, Low Maintenance, Conservatory and greenhouse, Flower borders and beds, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Red spider mite under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima?
Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima need?
Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima hardy in the UK?
Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
