Grows slowly to 20 feet, can get taller. Prefers soil of pH 6 or higher, some protection in winter in north. Hedge, specimen, foundation, maze, accent. Root rot is a problem in poorly drained soils.
New growth is sensitive to late spring frosts.
Plants are not salt tolerant. Root knot nematode. A peculiar smell on sunny days, especially noticeable in late winter. A large number are available, many selections for variegation and cold-hardiness, see Dirr.