Light: Full sun to partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is preferred in Phoenix. Avoid reflected heat from walls and pavement.
Water: Moderate water in Phoenix; water deeply, then let the upper soil dry before watering again. Needs more frequent irrigation during establishment and extreme summer heat.
Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; tolerates relatively lean soil but not prolonged wetness. Improve drainage in heavy clay.
Mature size: 6–18 inches tall and 2–3 feet wide, depending on cultivar and growing conditions.
Bloom: Flowers mainly in spring and fall in Phoenix, with possible winter bloom during mild weather. Flowering often slows during extreme summer heat.
Evergreen / deciduous: Semi-evergreen in Phoenix; foliage may thin or die back with frost or severe summer stress.
Growth rate: Fast during mild weather.