Not as aggressive as other species. With support, can grow 10 to 15 feet tall and 10 to 15 feet wide. Without support, will mound to 3 to 4 feet with a 10 to 15 feet spread. Terminal leaflet to 3 inches, the lateral ones being shorter. Flowers are fragrant, white on inside and pink on outside, in axillary clusters.
Buds are red, open white.
Bloom late winter through early summer. Needs full sun to produce best bloom. Needs regular summer water. Should be pruned annually. Tender to half hardy.