Vitex agnus-castus - 50-60 CM C2

Description
The Chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) is an upright small shrub that produces blue flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from August to October. The Chaste tree also has medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1.5 metres and is approx. 80 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * suitable for containers

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Chaste trees are medium green.

Frost hardiness
The Chaste tree has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Chaste tree is an upright growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1 - 1.5 m and is approx. 60 - 80 cm wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Planting partner
The Chaste tree sets beautiful accents together with: Silver-leaved sage, purple coneflower.

Care
The plant must be protected from winter moisture.

Flower
The blue flowers appear from August to October. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Tubs, cutting, group planting, bee pasture