Vitex agnus-castus Galactic Pink - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus Galactic Pink - Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus Galactic Pink 'Bailtextwo'
Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper, Chasteberry, Chaste Lamb
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Description
Vitex agnus-castus 'Galactic Pink' distinguishes itself from the classic chaste tree by its more compact growth and pale pink flowering in upright spikes. While not spectacular, it is unusual and provides a good source of nectar for bees in late summer. Like the wild species, which is sometimes called Monk's Pepper or Chaste Lamb, this Galactic Pink variety produces red and shiny 'peppercorns' that persist throughout winter. Its beautiful palmate foliage is aromatic when crushed. This deciduous shrub is hardy, undemanding, tolerant of salty soils, and drought-resistant once established. Easy to grow, it thrives in a free hedge.
Vitex agnus-castus 'Galactic Pink' is a recent American horticultural creation. It is a beautiful deciduous shrub from the Verbenaceae 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 exposed to sea spray. This 'Galactic Pink' variety forms a generally rounded and densely bushy shrub within a few years. When fully grown, it will measure approximately 2 m (7 ft) in all directions, depending on the growing conditions. Its flowering occurs from early August to late September, depending on the climate, on the current year's shoots. It takes the form of thin floral spikes, slightly smaller than those of Delta Blues. They are adorned with tiny fragrant flowers ranging from pink to pale pink. Then small fruits the size of peppercorns appear, which are aromatic, dark red and shiny, and persist until winter. The fast-growing stems are strong and very flexible. They bear palmate leaves, divided into 5 tapering lobes, and their colour is a beautiful dark green. This deciduous foliage turns yellow in autumn before falling. When crushed, it emits a strong pepper scent, hence its nickname of Pepper Tree. Vitex plants develop a very deep root system, allowing them to draw moisture from deep down when the summer is dry.
Often found by the coast, Vitex agnus-castus is highly resistant to summer drought once well rooted. Having retained the qualities of this undemanding and sturdy shrub, the 'Galactic Pink' variety is an excellent plant for coastal gardens. Its cold resistance (down to -15 °C (5 °F)) makes it accessible to many natural or non-irrigated gardens. It can be integrated into a free hedge or grove, alongside oleanders (in mild climates), botanical roses, Crape Myrtles, buddleias, or even summer tamarisks.
Its vernacular name of 'Monk's Pepper' dates back to the Middle Ages, when some clergymen consumed the shrub's berries to resist the temptations of the flesh. Since then, studies have proven the plant's properties in alleviating problems related to hormonal fluctuations in women. In Ancient Greece, Vitex stems were used to make strong bindings. Legend has it that Ulysses tied his companions with such ties under the bellies of sheep, allowing them to escape from the Cyclops' cave.
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Vitex
agnus-castus
Galactic Pink 'Bailtextwo'
Verbenaceae
Chaste Tree, Monk's Pepper, Chasteberry, Chaste Lamb
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant Vitex 'Galactic Pink' in a sunny position in well-drained, preferably deep soil. This shrub is not very demanding in terms of the nature of the soil, whether it is chalky, neutral or slightly acidic. It withstands sea spray and brackish water very well. Shelter it from cold, drying winds and water in case of prolonged drought during the first few years. It fears very strong frosts, especially if the soil it is planted in is too clayey and poorly drained.
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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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