Light: Full sun; at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering. Avoid intense reflected afternoon heat while establishing.
Water: Low water once established; water deeply, then let soil dry substantially before watering again. New plants and containers need more frequent watering, especially during Phoenix summers.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates sandy and alkaline soils. Avoid poorly drained clay and locations where irrigation water collects.
Mature size: Typically 3–5 feet tall and 6–8 feet wide; can be maintained smaller with selective pruning.
Bloom: Repeated flushes from spring through fall, sometimes into winter in frost-free locations. Extreme summer heat or frost may interrupt flowering.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen in frost-free conditions; may become partially or fully deciduous during cold weather or drought.
Growth rate: Moderate to fast during warm weather with adequate moisture.