Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus Latifolia
Broad-leaved Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper, Chasteberry, Chaste Lamb
The plants arrived in good condition. We repotted them and they seem to be doing well. We're looking forward to next spring for what might be their first flowering.
Nadine, 20/09/2025
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Description
Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia distinguishes itself from the usual Mediterranean Chaste Tree by its increased vigour, better hardiness, broader leaves, and more pronounced bluish-purple flowering. It is a rounded and bushy bush, with branches that stand beautifully to carry numerous flowers in paniculate inflorescences, somewhat resembling those of buddleias. The entire plant emits an aromatic pepper scent, which has earned it the nickname "Pepper Tree". Not demanding, tolerant of salty soils, and resistant to drought once well established, easy to grow, it is an excellent hedging bush.
Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia belongs to the verbena family. Its wild ancestor is native to the Mediterranean basin and Asia Minor, where it is frequently found by the seaside, planted in sand and directly exposed to sea sprays. This latifolia variety forms a generally rounded, quite bushy bush in a few years. When mature, it will measure approximately 2.75m (9ft) in all directions, sometimes up to 3m (9ft 10in) in height in rich and moist soil. Its flowering occurs from July to late September, depending on the climate, on the current year's shoots. It takes the form of relatively thin, erect floral spikes reaching 20-30cm (7.9-11.8in) in length, adorned with small bluish-purple honey-scented flowers. Then, small fruits, the size of peppercorns, aromatic, dark red, and shiny, persist until winter. The fast-growing stems are sturdy and very flexible. They bear palmate leaves, divided into 5 to 7 broad lobes, and their colour is a beautiful semi-glossy bright green, with a more silvery underside. This deciduous foliage turns yellow in autumn before falling. It emits a strong pepper scent when touched or crushed. Vitex develop a very deep root system, allowing them to draw moisture from deep down when summer is dry.
Often planted by the seaside, Vitex agnus-castus f. latifolia is highly resistant to sea sprays and summer drought once well rooted. It is an excellent plant for coastal gardens or Mediterranean gardens. Its cold hardiness (down to -20°C) makes it suitable for a wide range of gardens, natural or without irrigation. It can be integrated into an informal hedge or grove, in the company of rose bay (in mild climates), botanical roses, Crepe Myrtle, buddleias, or even summer tamarisks, for example.
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Vitex
agnus-castus
Latifolia
Verbenaceae
Broad-leaved Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper, Chasteberry, Chaste Lamb
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant Vitex latifolia in a sunny position in well-drained, rather deep soil. This bush is not demanding on the nature of the soil, whether it is limestone, neutral, or slightly acidic. It resists sea spray and brackish water very well. Shelter it from cold and drying winds and water in case of prolonged drought during the first few years. Fully hardy in the southern half of France, it still fears very strong frosts, especially if the soil it is planted in is poorly drained or if it does not thaw for several consecutive days. Its young shoots can be destroyed by late frosts. Once well rooted, it requires no watering in summer in all regions.
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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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