It was a slow grower for me. She didn't do anything for a few months, no new growth or anything. I was worried, as all my other Maxi's constantly put out new growth. I keep it outside all summer with very little shade (even when its up in the low hundreds) it gets lots of very bright sunlight, and I let her dry almost completely before watering. I found it won't bloom unless the temps drop below 60f. Other than that very easy to care for.