Light: Full sun; at least 6–8 hours daily for good fruit production. Light afternoon shade can reduce sunburn in Phoenix.
Water: Deep-water regularly during establishment. Once established, tolerates drought, but needs consistent deep irrigation during flowering and fruit development. Let the upper few inches of soil dry between waterings; avoid prolonged drought followed by heavy watering.
Soil: Well-drained sandy loam preferred; tolerates alkaline desert soils and clay if drainage is adequate. Avoid standing water.
Mature size: Typically 10–15 feet tall and wide; can grow larger if unpruned.
Bloom: Primarily spring to early summer, with occasional later flowers. Fruit generally ripens in fall.
Evergreen / deciduous: Deciduous.
Growth rate: Moderate to fast with adequate irrigation.