Medium growth rate. Performs best in full sun, well-drained soils, will tolerate drought. Long-lived in the landscape and popular for that reason. Shrub border, specimen, massing.
Aphids disfigure new growth.
Late frosts and freezes ruin floral display in most years. Occasional fire blight and scab. Leaf spot can partially defoliate plant in most years, so looks ratty at end of season. Many different cultivars are available, see Dirr.