Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus
Vitex agnus-castus, also known as Chaste Tree or Monk's Pepper, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. It features aromatic, palmate leaves that are a gray-green color and spikes of lavender-blue flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. The plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Vitex agnus-castus is often grown as a specimen plant, as a screening or hedge plant, or as part of a mixed border. It is also commonly used for its medicinal properties, with extracts from its leaves and seeds being used to treat a range of ailments. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens. Overall, Vitex agnus-castus is a visually striking and versatile shrub that will add both beauty and utility to any landscape.
Vitex agnus-castus, also known as Chaste Tree or Monk's Pepper, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. It features aromatic, palmate leaves that are a gray-green color and spikes of lavender-blue flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. The plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Vitex agnus-castus is often grown as a specimen plant, as a screening or hedge plant, or as part of a mixed border. It is also commonly used for its medicinal properties, with extracts from its leaves and seeds being used to treat a range of ailments. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens. Overall, Vitex agnus-castus is a visually striking and versatile shrub that will add both beauty and utility to any landscape.
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