Muehlenbeckia astonii prefers dry conditions but will cope with wet soilsand requires a cool root run. Can be pruned to shape. Hardy to -12C.Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils andprefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline)soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefersmoist soil.