Akeake
$4.00
Dodonaea viscosa (Dodonea Viscosa green, purpurea - purple) is a hardy upright small tree. Akeake has long narrow light green (or purple) leaves with slightly wavy margins. Male and female flowers occur on separate trees and the papery (either creamy or pink) seed capsules are quite a feature from summer to autumn. Akeake makes an excellent screen or windbreak that can protect less hardy plants. It is tolerant of coastal wind and dryness, and can be clipped for hedging. Unpruned it can make an attractive small tree.
Height/Spread: 6/2.5m
Leaves: 4-15/1-3.5 cm
Flowering Time: September to January
Growth Rate: Fast
Grows best in partial shade or full sun on a well drained site. Avoid heavy frosts when young. Can also grow in light sandy soils.
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RETURN & REFUND POLICY
Due to the nature of live plants, we do not accept general returns.
SHIPPING INFO
We are pleased to offer nationwide shipping for our native plants. Below are our shipping guidelines and rates:
Shipping Areas & Timeframes
We ship across New Zealand, excluding offshore islands.
Packaging & Handling
Plants are carefully packed to minimize damage during transit.
Orders are sent in eco-friendly packaging where possible.
Shipping Costs
Small Orders (e.g., 8 PB2 plants, OR 24 root trainer plants, OR 4 PB5 plants) – $28 freight
Medium Orders (e.g., 2 cartons as above - 16 PB2’s etc or a mix) – $60 freight
Larger orders will be calculated by our team and we will get back to you with best estimate
Rural delivery may incur an additional fee.
Pick-Up Option
Local customers can opt for free pick-up from Okarito Nursery.
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What Does PB Mean? We list plant sizes using terms like PB2 or Root Trainer, which refer to the container size. PB stands for “Planter Bag,” and the number equals the volume in pints (1 PB ≈ 568ml).
R/T: Small, deep cells for strong roots—great for bulk/restoration.
PB2: Small, established, easy to plant.
PB5: Medium size, strong roots.
PB8: Larger, more mature.
PB12: Our biggest, for quick impact. Need help choosing? Just ask!