Not well suited for coastal area. Growth rate is fast. Plants in swampy areas taller than those in drier locations. Difficult to transplant from the wild. May be considered a nuisance in pastures.
Deer often eat the fruit.
Manganese deficiency can occur in alkaline soils. Maintain pH within recommended limits. Growth rate is slow. X X 4'-6' Double flowered form available. Flowers a little later than other varieties.