These flowering trees like sun, but they will tolerate some light shade during part of the day. They are not terribly fussy about soil as long as it is reasonably fertile, well drained and not too acid (pH 6.5 to 7.5). Drainage is critical. They will tolerate some salt and can handle clay, but they do not like drought or stress at all. For more information see the file on Planting A Tree.
