Dodonaea viscosa ‘Mr Green Sheen’ – Green Hop Bush
Create a lush native screen in no time
Dodonaea viscosa ‘Mr Green Sheen’ is a fast-growing Australian native shrub prized for its glossy lime-green foliage, dense growth habit and exceptional versatility. Growing to approximately 3–5 metres tall and 2–3 metres wide, it forms an attractive natural screen, windbreak or feature planting while providing year-round colour and structure. Hardy, drought tolerant and adaptable to a wide range of conditions, Mr Green Sheen is an excellent choice for Melbourne gardens seeking a reliable, low-maintenance native solution.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Dodonaea viscosa ‘Mr Green Sheen’ |
| Common Name | Green Hop Bush |
| Mature Height | 3–5m |
| Mature Width | 2–3m |
| Position | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Soil Type | Well-drained soils |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Foliage Colour | Glossy Lime-Green |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Drought Tolerance | High Once Established |
Why Melbourne Gardeners Love Mr Green Sheen, Green Hop Bush
Tough, beautiful and built for Australian gardens
Mr Green Sheen is valued for its fresh, vibrant foliage and rapid growth, making it one of the best native screening plants for Melbourne landscapes. Its dense habit creates privacy quickly, while the bright green leaves provide a softer alternative to darker hedging plants. Tough enough to handle drought, wind and coastal exposure, it thrives in a variety of garden settings from suburban boundaries to large-scale landscape projects.
Why You’ll Love It
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Fast Privacy Screening | Quickly establishes a dense green barrier |
| Fresh Green Foliage | Brightens landscapes year-round |
| Drought Tolerant | Ideal for low-maintenance gardens |
| Australian Native | Tough, reliable and easy to grow |
