Light: Full sun to light shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is beneficial in Phoenix, especially near heat-reflecting walls.
Water: Water deeply and let the upper few inches of soil dry between irrigations. Established plants tolerate some drought but need regular deep watering during Phoenix summers.
Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost; tolerates alkaline soil, but poor drainage and excessive alkalinity can cause problems.
Mature size: 15–20 feet tall and wide, potentially reaching 30 feet or more with support and favorable conditions.
Bloom: Blooms once annually in a profuse spring display, typically March–April in Phoenix; flowers form on older wood.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen to semi-evergreen in Phoenix; may lose some foliage during cold weather or drought stress.
Growth rate: Fast once established.