Fruits are aggregate and not showy. Prefers moist well-drained soils that are acidic. Does best in full sun but will tolerate light shade. Should be protected from hot drying winds. Flower buds may be killed by freezing temperatures.
Texture is medium to coarse.
Outstanding small specimen tree. Flowers when only 2 to 4 years old. Use in mass plantings, accent, patio tree. According to the records the original hybrid was bred in France and the plant first flowered in 1826. Since that time, many cultivars have been developed.