Light: Full sun to partial shade; in Phoenix, provide morning sun and protection from intense afternoon sun, especially for young trees.
Water: Moderate to high during Phoenix summers; water deeply when the upper 2–3 inches of soil dry. Reduce watering in winter; avoid constantly saturated soil.
Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost; slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Tolerates varied soils, but alkaline Phoenix soils may cause nutrient deficiencies.
Mature size: Typically 10–20 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide; can be maintained at 6–10 feet tall with pruning.
Bloom: Primarily spring through early summer; additional flowering may occur during warm weather with adequate moisture.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen in frost-free conditions; may lose leaves during cold weather or drought.
Growth rate: Moderate to fast with adequate warmth, irrigation, and nutrition.