Light: Full sun to light shade; afternoon shade is beneficial in Phoenix, especially near heat-reflecting walls or pavement.
Water: Water regularly during establishment, then deeply and allow the upper soil to dry between waterings. Established plants tolerate drought but need supplemental irrigation during Phoenix summers.
Soil: Adaptable to sandy, loamy, and clay soils, including mildly alkaline soil. Well-drained soil is best, particularly in containers.
Mature size: Typically 1–2 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide, potentially spreading farther with age.
Bloom: Rarely flowers in cultivation; grown primarily for its foliage.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Slow to moderate, depending on water, temperature, and growing conditions.