Propagate it from seed or possibly from cuttings. It is suitable for gardens medium to large, especially in drier areas where water may be scarce. In the home garden it can either be pruned back heavily to discourage its climbing tendencies or, space permitting, it can be allowed to scramble up a dead tree, or to form a rambling shrub. Plant a group of these shrubs in a large shrub border, or train a plant up a trellis if space is limited. Train a plant over a pergola, where it can provide shade in summer, but some sun will filter through in winter.

Moderately fast-growing and fairly drought-resistant, the knobbly creeper prefers fertile well-drained soil that contains plenty of compost. Mulch well and replenish regularly. Once established, it won't need overly much water. It will probably produce a better flower display if it is kept reasonably dry in winter (do not let young newly planted shrubs dry out!).

Frost-hardy and relatively pest-free, it prefers a place in the sun and can tolerate temperatures ranging from about -4°C to 40°C (or higher?).