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Vitex, Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus
Vitex, also known as Chaste Tree, is a small deciduous ornamental tree that grows fairly fast and is tolerant of adverse environments such as heat, drought, high winds, and poor soil types. Although native to Europe and Asia, it has become naturalized in the southern states and used extensively.
Aromatic palmately compound leaves have 5 to 7 leaflets that are dark green on top and grey-green on the bottom. Thanks to the unique leaves it is sometimes mistaken for marijuana. When in bloom it is also easily mistaken for Buttterfly Tree.
Flower clusters appear on the season’s new growth in the late spring, forming a display of multiple flower spikes at the end of the branches, continuing through the summer; butterflies, bees, and humming birds will visit throughout the blooming period. Colors in cultivation include violet, blue, purple, and white.
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Small Blooming Tree |
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Specimen Tree |
Flower Color:Blueish-Purple |
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Height10-15 Feet |
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Spread10-15 Feet |
Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips for Vitex agnus-castus
Prune in winter, as blooms only appear on new growth.
USDA Hardiness Zone 6b
Available Sizes:
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| VITX-15 | #015 VITEX, AGNUS-CASTUS | |
| VITX-30 | #030 VITEX, AGNUS-CASTUS |
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