Vitex Chaste Tree
Vitex, or the Chaste Tree, offers a naturally broad and spreading, open, multi-trunk display that can instantly enhance the beauty of your outdoor space. Its aromatic, gray-green leaves and fragrant, lilac-colored flowers make it a delightful addition to the senses, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of enchantment to your garden.
Vitex, or the Chaste Tree, offers a naturally broad and spreading, open, multi-trunk display that can instantly enhance the beauty of your outdoor space. Its aromatic, gray-green leaves and fragrant, lilac-colored flowers make it a delightful addition to the senses, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of enchantment to your garden.
Vitex, or the Chaste Tree, offers a naturally broad and spreading, open, multi-trunk display that can instantly enhance the beauty of your outdoor space. Its aromatic, gray-green leaves and fragrant, lilac-colored flowers make it a delightful addition to the senses, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of enchantment to your garden.
Vitex agnus-castus
Native: Europe and Asia
Hardiness Zone: 6 -9
Light Range: Full Sun
Soil Characteristics: Well drained soil, medium moisture
Tolerances: Often hardy to zone 5
Landscape Use: Small tree, focal point, interesting foliage, flowers
Height: 8’ - 10’ tall (often trained to 5’ - 6’ tall)
Spread: 5’ - 8’
Growth Rate: Medium
Leaf Size: 6” palmate leaf
Leaf Persistence: Deciduous
Wildlife: Pollinators and beneficial insects
Roaming Roots Tips:
This perennial will withstand almost any type of soil, except those that would be soggy in winter.
Susceptible to root rot and leaf spot.