Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, keeping the soil barely moist to prevent waterlogging and root rot.

Ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.

Light pruning can be done in early spring before new growth begins to remove any winter damage or encourage a more compact form.

Best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining potting mix, often with the aid of a rooting hormone.

Alternatively, seeds can be sown in autumn or spring, though germination can be slow and erratic.

Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, every 3-4 years. Use a gritty, well-draining compost.

Repotting is generally best done just before new growth starts.