Status in Florida: Cultivated, Florida Friendly
Native Habitat: Hybrids of species native to Eastern Asia (China, Japan)
Growing Zones: 6-9 
Size at Maturity: 3-6 feet tall and wide, depending on cultivar. Some larger cultivars can reach 8 feet
Phenology: Semi-evergreen to evergreen (depending on climate), some deciduous in colder regions
Life Cycle: Perennial
Growth Rate: Moderate
Growth Habit: Mounding, spreading, arching. Woody, semi-woody
Bloom Season: Summer to Fall
Bloom Color: White, pink, or light purple
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil Texture: Adaptable to various soil types, including sand, loam, and clay, provided there is good drainage
Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (adaptable)
Moisture Requirements: Average to well-drained. Tolerates some drought once established
Tolerance to Salt Spray: Some spray
Keystone Plant: No
Recommended Landscape Uses: Hedges, borders, foundation plantings, specimen plants, informal gardens, and attracting pollinators
Maintenance Tips: Prune lightly to maintain shape. Remove dead or damaged branches
Considerations: Can become leggy if not pruned
Hurricane Wind Resistant: Yes, moderate resistance
Erosion Control: Yes, due to its root system and mounding growth
Nitrogen Fixing: No
Edible: No
Pet Safe: Generally considered non-toxic to pets, but ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Caution.
Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Moderate
Historical Medicinal Uses: None widely recorded
Florida Native Companion Plant (matching growing conditions):
Walter's Viburnum (Viburnum obovatum)
Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana)
Simpson's Stopper (Myrcianthes fragrans)
Wildlife Benefit: Pollinators (bees, butterflies), birds (for shelter)
Caterpillar Host Plant: No
Propagation: Cuttings (semi-hardwood), layering