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Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus
A beautiful, fast-growing tree with fragrant, lavender-blue flower spikes that bloom profusely in summer. It attracts a variety of pollinators.
USDA Zones
5–9
Height
medium (12–20 ft)
Bloom Season
July – September
Bloom Color
Lavender/Blue
🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies🐦 Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts hummingbirds
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun
6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
Soil Type
Well-drained, average
Care Requirements
Water Needsmedium
Maintenancelow
EvergreenNo
Complete Care Guide
Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established, but benefits from regular watering during dry spells.