Light: Full sun; in Phoenix, young trees benefit from afternoon shade during extreme summer heat.
Water: Water deeply, then allow the upper 2–3 inches of soil to dry. Established trees need regular irrigation, especially in summer; reduce watering in winter. Irrigate throughout the root zone, keeping water away from the trunk.
Soil: Well-drained soil; sandy loam preferred. Tolerates Phoenix’s alkaline soils with appropriate nutrition, but poorly drained soil and salt buildup can cause problems.
Mature size: Typically 15–20 feet tall and 12–20 feet wide; rootstock, pruning, and container culture affect size.
Bloom: Primarily late winter through spring; occasional additional flowers may appear in warm weather.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Moderate.