Vitex agnus-castus

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Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper Tree

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

 

Description

Chaste Tree is a deciduous shrub that quickly grows to 20' tall and wide and can be trained into a small single or multi-trunked tree. It has beautiful, fragrant lavender or white flowers in summer which is striking against the gray green, slender, pointed leaves. Butterflies love this shrub too. It takes full sun and medium amount of watering, more in summer. It tolerates coastal conditions but needs heat to look its best. Prune spent flowers to keep it tidy looking.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Lavender, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.