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Vitex agnus-castus

Chaste Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Frommer/Devine

 

Description

The chaste tree is a deciduous tree or small shrub in which the sizes vary due to their location , but they tend to be multitrunked and widespreading. It blooms in the summer with 7 in. blue flower spikes and the leaflets are green above and gray beneath. The chaste tree is a native to California and is drought tolerant. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Width Range

Flower Color

Blue, Pink, White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Patio

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.