Light: Morning sun with afternoon shade; bright filtered light during extreme summer heat. Avoid exposed west-facing locations and reflected heat.
Water: Moderate to high water needs in Phoenix. Water deeply when the top 1–2 inches of soil begin to dry; containers may need daily watering during extreme heat. Avoid soggy soil and standing water.
Soil: Rich, well-drained soil amended with compost; slightly acidic soil is preferred. Use a quality, freely draining potting mix for containers and mulch the root zone without covering the stem.
Mature size: Typically 4–6 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide; size varies with pruning, container size, and winter damage.
Bloom: Repeated flowering from spring through fall, with occasional winter flowers in warm, protected conditions. Extreme heat or cold can temporarily reduce blooming.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen in frost-free conditions; may drop leaves or suffer stem dieback during Phoenix cold spells.
Growth rate: Moderate to fast during warm weather with adequate water and nutrition.