A fairly tough plant that does best in the full sun, as it likes it hot, sunny and dry although it will tolerate some shade surprisingly well, particularly when young. Grow it in good soil, enriched regularly with compost for best results and water well in summer.

Pavetta cooperi can be grown as a single specimen plant as it has an interesting, neat, compact form. As it is very slow-growing and does not take up much space it is ideal for a small garden/townhouse garden. Its drought hardiness when mature ensures that it does well in rockeries. Placed in a decorative container it can be enjoyed close-up and this is a lovely way to appreciate this plant.

It is ideal for a wildlife or bird garden as the flowers attract nectar loving insects and birds that also enjoy the profusion of berries.

It keeps it shape naturally and does not require much pruning. It does not tolerate frost.

Propagate from seed sown in spring (September/October) in a seed tray in a well-drained, well-aerated soil mix. Treat the seed with a fungicide. Spread the seeds evenly and cover with a layer of sand. Water the seed tray and place it in a warm place until germination takes place in 3-5 weeks under optimum conditions. Or take semi-hardwood cuttings in spring. Cuttings must be dipped in a rooting hormone to stimulate root development. The growth medium should be well aerated and able to hold the cutting firmly while staying moist. Treat the tray with a fungicide and put it in the mist unit on a bench with under-heating. Rooting should take six to eight weeks.