Long lavender-blue spikes cover this heat-loving shrub all summer. One of the few shrubs that actually blooms in August.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 6-9
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 5-10'
- Bloom Colors
- LavenderBluePurple
✿ Pollinator Friendly❋ Fragrant✦ Low Maintenance△ Deer Resistant
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About This Name
Vitex agnus-castus is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Chaste Tree unambiguously. The genus Vitex places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Chaste Tree, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Vitex agnus-castus will give you the most precise results.