An appealing, sprawling, ornamental shrub that produces large white flowers in profusion over the hotter months. It is an excellent low screening plant, to 2.5 high by 1.5–3 m wide. While it is quite hardy and drought tolerant when established, it may suffer from frosts when young, so some protection in early years is advisable. When grown in poorly drained soils, it may develop some yellowing of the foliage. This can be overcome by improving drainage or planting into raised beds. Pruning will keep it shapely and compact.