In warmer regions it may be grown as a windshelter or as a living fence. Germination in 4-6 days. Leaves are broad lightly lobed. Warmer zones to Georgia. Upright to 7'.
Large leaves are cordate.
Half hardy to zone 5 - no severe cold. Large tree to 100' with broad ovate leaves to 2'. Hardy to 10F. Small seeds. They are grown mainly for their abundance of colorful flowering. Roots become tuberous with age.