Light: Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in Phoenix; acclimate gradually to stronger sun and avoid intense reflected heat.
Water: Low water; water thoroughly, then let soil dry completely. Reduce watering substantially in winter and avoid keeping roots moist during extreme heat.
Soil: Very well-drained, gritty cactus soil; use raised beds or containers with drainage holes where native soil drains poorly.
Mature size: Typically 2–3 feet tall and 2–4 feet wide; size varies with growing conditions and the irregular growth form.
Bloom: May bloom in late spring to early summer on mature plants; flowering is uncommon in cultivation.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Slow to moderate during warm weather.