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Vitex agnus-castus 'Lavender Lady'

Family Verbenaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 4.5 m (5 - 15 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 4 m (8 - 12 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture very low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Vitex agnus-castus 'Lavender Lady' (chastetree) bears showy, faded azure, fragrant and repeat-blooming blooms during late spring to early fall. This shrub is rounded in form and has medium green and greyish green foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured and aromatic. The bark is smooth in texture and fragrant. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, container, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. Vitex agnus-castus 'Lavender Lady' tolerates drought and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Vitex agnus-castus 'Lavender Lady' (chastetree) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.