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Vitex agnus-castus

Chaste Tree

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: Normans/Frommer/Devine

 

Description

Chaste Tree is not a tree but a deciduous shrub that quickly grows to 6-8' tall and 3-4' wide. It has beautiful, fragrant, lavender flowers in summer which is striking against the gray green, slender, pointed leaves. Butterflies love this shrub too. It does best in full sun with well draining soil. It likes heat. Foliage is fragrant when bruised. Small, round, purple fruit appear after bloom season. Prune to remove crossing branches and maintain size.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Lavender, Violet

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Purple

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.