I think they would do pretty well there. Here in Oregon's Willamette Valley, we don't get much rain in the summer and they still do well. They will do better in deep soil, but they really aren't very particular about whether the soil is more on the acidic or alkaline side. They appreciate water, but don't like standing water, and they can do well without it. I can send you a root, if you remind me know in late February or early March.