Light: Full sun to partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is preferable in Phoenix. Avoid reflected heat from west-facing walls and pavement.
Water: Low to moderate water once established. Water deeply, then let the upper several inches of soil dry. Provide supplemental irrigation during Phoenix summers; avoid constantly wet soil.
Soil: Well-drained sandy or gravelly soil; tolerates alkaline conditions. Avoid heavy, poorly drained soil.
Mature size: Typically 5–8 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide.
Bloom: Heaviest in spring, with additional flowering in fall and mild winter weather. Blooming may slow during extreme summer heat.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen in mild winters; hard freezes may damage foliage and tender stems.
Growth rate: Fast.