Hopbush
Dodonaea viscosa
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jun 14, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Hopbush
Hop bush (Dodonaea viscosa) is a fast-growing evergreen shrub with a nearly cosmopolitan distribution in tropical and subtropical regions, known for its willowy, resinous foliage and ornamental papery seed pods (hops) that range from green to pink or purplish. Extremely drought and wind tolerant. Starting at $24.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Alkaline, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant hopbush in full sun for best growth and ornamental fruit display. This Florida-native shrub thrives in NE Florida's heat and sun; it is highly wind and salt tolerant, making it ideal for coastal or exposed sites.
Extremely drought tolerant once established — one of the most drought-hardy shrubs for NE Florida landscapes. Water regularly only for the first season after planting; after establishment, supplemental irrigation is rarely needed except during prolonged dry spells.
Hopbush thrives in NE Florida's sandy, well-drained soils and tolerates poor or alkaline conditions without amendment. Fertilization is rarely necessary; excess nitrogen can promote rank growth at the expense of the ornamental seed capsules. Avoid waterlogged or heavy clay soils.
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Common questions
Is Hopbush a good plant for St. Augustine?
Hopbush is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-15 feet × 6-10 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.