Ditto's on the slow growing nature of this plant. I purchased mine for Arid Land's 2 years ago this spring and it is still alive and healthy, but it seems to be in suspended anamation as no growth is evident since I purchased it. When you spend $25 for a plant it is hard to be patient. Dennis Barclay Midlothian, TX. Spring has sprung! Day time temps 70's nites 50's.