Moderate water; irrigate deeply and let the upper few inches of soil dry between waterings. Water more frequently during extreme summer heat and establishment.
Light: Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in Phoenix; avoid intense reflected heat from west-facing walls.
Water: Moderate water; irrigate deeply and let the upper few inches of soil dry between waterings. Water more frequently during extreme summer heat and establishment.
Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost; tolerates various soil textures but dislikes standing water. Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from stems.
Mature size: Typically 15–25 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide with support; can grow larger in favorable conditions.
Bloom: Mainly spring through early summer, with occasional repeat flowering in favorable conditions.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen in mild winters; may become partly deciduous or suffer foliage damage during Phoenix freezes.
Growth rate: Moderate to fast with adequate irrigation and warmth.