Akeake
Details A smallish, relatively fast growing New Zealand native that stands wind and dry
Botanical name Dodonea viscosa
Height (m) 7
Forest layer low-tree
Evergreen
Drought tolerance
Wind tolerance High
Shade / Sun Full sun - part shade
Soil type Most
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Purple Akeake Seeds
Botanical name Dodonea viscosa
Details A reasonably fast growing NZ native bushy shrub or small tree with purple leaves. Good for creating shelter and controlling erosion. The timber from akeake is one of the hardest native woods. It was traditionally used for paddles, weapons, digging sticks and spade blades.
Drought tolerance
Evergreen
Perennial
Price $3.90
20 seeds
Colour Purple
Flowers Pink
Forest layer low-tree
Wind tolerance Excellent