It prefers acid to neutral soils with average soil moisture but it happily grows here on the chalk with an annual mulch. It adapts to a range of light conditions ranging from full sun to moderate shade and does not require pruning to maintain its uniform habit, and will tolerate rejuvenation by cutting back almost to the ground. Propagation is difficult from seed or softwood cuttings and is easier from root cuttings in Autumn. The suckering nature will allow it to gradually spread but it is not invasive.
