Light: Full sun to light afternoon shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is preferable in Phoenix. Avoid reflected heat from west-facing walls and pavement.
Water: Moderate water; water deeply and let the upper few inches of soil dry between irrigations. Water more frequently during establishment and extreme summer heat; not suitable for unirrigated desert landscapes.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates sandy or loamy soils. Improve drainage in heavy clay and avoid locations that remain wet.
Mature size: 4–5 feet tall and wide.
Bloom: Late spring through fall, with possible flowering slowdowns during Phoenix’s hottest weather. Blooms on new growth.
Evergreen / deciduous: Deciduous to semi-evergreen in mild winters; may retain some foliage in protected Phoenix locations.
Growth rate: Fast with adequate water and favorable temperatures.