Vitex agnus-castus collection for Mediterranean shrub bed
Vitex agnus-castus collection for Mediterranean shrub bed
Vitex agnus-castus Delta Blues, Pink Pinnacle, Albus
Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper, Chasteberry, Chaste Lamb
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Description
Our Vitex Collection, in Latin Vitex agnus-castus, consists of three different varieties: 'Delta Blues', 'Pink Pinnacle' and 'Alba'. These bushes, also known as the Chaste Tree, are perfect for adding a touch of colour and structure to your Mediterranean borders. They feature grey-green aromatic foliage that adds an interesting texture to the garden. Their flowerings, which extend from summer to autumn, range from deep blue to soft pink and pure white. Highly drought-resistant and tolerant of poor soils, these hardy bushes can withstand temperatures down to -15°C. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil, making them ideal choices for Mediterranean gardens.
It comprises:
1 x Vitex agnus-castus 'Delta Blues': A compact chaste tree, reaching 1.2 m in height and width, with deep blue, fragrant spikes of flowers that attract butterflies and bees. Flowering from July to September.
1 x Vitex agnus-castus 'Pink Pinnacle': This variety is distinguished by its pale pink flowering and upright habit. The bush will reach 1.5 m in height. Its green foliage with silver hues complements its flowers beautifully. Flowering from June to August.
1 x Vitex agnus-castus 'Alba': A graceful bush that can reach up to 4 m in height. It produces an abundance of pure white flowers from July to October.
The chaste trees in this collection should be planted in March-April or in autumn, in a sunny spot in the garden, in borders. For a harmonious effect, arrange the plants so that the Vitex 'Alba', the tallest, is at the back of your border, with 'Pink Pinnacle' in the centre and 'Delta Blues' at the front. Leave about 1.5 m of space between 'Delta Blues' and 'Pink Pinnacle' and up to 2 m around 'Alba' to allow each plant to fully develop. With these spacings, the border will ultimately occupy an area of 9 to 12 m².
Pair Vitex agnus-castus with shrubs that enjoy full sun and dry soils. Place 3 Caryopteris 'Heavenly Blue' at the front of the border to add a touch of electric blue in late summer. In the centre, integrate 2 Teucrium fruticans 'Azureum' (Shrubby Germander) whose silver-grey foliage and small dark blue flowers blend perfectly with the brighter tones of the Chaste Trees. Finally, add 3 Artemisias 'Powis Castle' among the other plants. Their bushy habit and finely dissected silver foliage will highlight all the neighbouring plants. These combinations will create a balanced and easy-to-maintain Mediterranean border.
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Vitex
agnus-castus
Delta Blues, Pink Pinnacle, Albus
Lamiaceae
Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper, Chasteberry, Chaste Lamb
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Vitex agnus-castus is a hardy Mediterranean bush that is easy to cultivate and prefers a position in full sun and well-drained soil. It tolerates poor, dry soils well, but thrives better in slightly fertile, moist soil when it is a young plant. Once well established, the chaste tree requires little watering and can withstand periods of drought. However, regular watering in the early years of planting is essential to ensure good root development. Hardy down to -15°C, Vitex can be grown in many regions, but in colder areas, it is advisable to protect it from cold, drying winds to avoid winter damage. Lastly, the chaste tree is not particularly susceptible to diseases and parasitic organisms.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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