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Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire'

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 The shrub Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire' (chastetree) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during late spring to early summer. The showy matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour, fine in texture and aromatic. Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire' (chastetree) has smooth bark that is aromatic. A specimen plant, Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire' (chastetree) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire' . Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire' is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Vitex agnus-castus 'Silver Spire' (chastetree) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.