Light: Morning sun with afternoon shade; bright filtered shade also works, though flowering may decrease. Avoid reflected heat and exposed west-facing walls.
Water: Moderate water use; irrigate deeply when the upper 1–2 inches of soil dry. Water more frequently during establishment and extreme summer heat; reduce watering in winter. Avoid prolonged drought and soggy soil.
Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost; prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from stems.
Mature size: Typically 10–20 feet tall on support and 3–6 feet wide; as groundcover, approximately 1–2 feet tall and spreading 6–10 feet or more.
Bloom: Mainly spring to early summer, with occasional lighter repeat flowering.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen; leaves may bronze during cool weather.
Growth rate: Moderate; often slow during establishment, then faster with adequate moisture and favorable conditions.