Sun
They grow best in the full sun.
Wind
They are not very wind tolerant and are fairly salt resistant in sheltered positions.
Climate
Warmer climate, can tolerate hot summer temperatures. It can grow in both humid and dry climates. Will tolerate a few degrees of frost, will recover from some leaf damage. Young plants are very frost tender.
Soil
Will grow best in fertile, moist deep loams but are tolerant of other soil types including clay or sand-gravel soils but will need good drainage in all soil conditions. Will tolerate a wide pH range
Planting
Young trees, in particular, need extra protection from freezing temperatures. Allow 5-8m between trees.
Fertiliser
Young trees are nutrient hungry so will need regular applications of a balanced, complete fertiliser.
Pruning
Trimming the main stems at the end will encourage new lateral growth and produce more fruit.
Pests
Generally have few problems but whitefly could be a problem in humid areas
Hardiness
Brief frost of -3°C