The trees can form dense thickets from sucker growth. These thickets can be quite striking in color during the fall months. If a single stem is desired, remove the suckers that develop. Mowing can easily control the suckers. The tree may be pruned in the winter to remove dead wood.
The trees can develop a variety of insect and disease problems that are generally not serious. Insects will eat the foliage, but rarely eat the entire leaves. The plants may experience root rot if grown in wet, clay soils.