Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in cooler months.

For container-grown plants, ensure good drainage and check soil moisture more frequently.

Prune in late spring after flowering or in late summer to maintain shape and density. For formal hedges, trim two to three times a year from late spring to early autumn.

Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to improve air circulation and plant health.

Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or hardwood cuttings in late autumn or winter.

Insert cuttings into moist, well-drained soil or a peat-based compost and place in a propagator or cover with a plastic bag to maintain humidity. Rooting typically occurs within 4-8 weeks.

Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring into a slightly larger container with fresh, well-draining potting mix.

Mature plants in containers can be repotted less frequently, every 3-5 years, or when root-bound. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.