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Vitex
agnus castus ~ Chaste Tree
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| Vitex agnus castus can be
grown in the garden as a slow growing tree or as a large shrub. The
spires of blue flowers on the Chaste Tree are produced in the early Summer
as many other plants are fading. Vitex agnus castus is both drought
tolerant once established and winter hardy. The Chaste Tree goes
winter dormant but has suffered no real damage with temperatures in the
low teens. With age Vitex agnus castus gets a grey black bark that
looks like cobblestones. Vitex agnus castus is a slow growing plant
that will eventually reach 20 feet or more. With a moderate effort
the Chaste Tree can be kept to 10 feet tall and wide. Fortunately
the fresh cut foliage and branches are fragrant making this a pleasant
chore.
High resolution images of
Vitex agnus castus are available.
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