Service life is 30 years. Young plants are generally pyramidal, becoming broader and less regular in habit with age. The 1-inch diameter fruit may be a litter problem. Fall color ranges on a single plant from primrose to a deep wine. Some of the southern selections such as 'Burgundy,' 'Festival' and 'Palo Alto' are not cold-hardy in Ohio.
Plants are tolerant of restricted soil space.
Service life is 25 years.