Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The Hop Bush or Hopseed bush (Dodonaea viscosa ) is a native, thornless evergreen shrub that is recommended by landscaping experts for the Sonoran Desert. It serves as a good option / replacement for non-native, poisonous oleanders, and it is also beneficial for wildlife such as insects and birds.

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