
Vitex agnus-castus 'PIIVAC-I' ~ First Editions® Delta Blues™ Chaste Tree
Delta Blues Chaste Tree is a dwarf upright-spreading deciduous tree or multi-branched shrub with dense fragrant dark-green lance-like foliage. The long panicles of fragrant dark blue-purple flowers open midsummer on new growth. Flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and bees. Flowers best with full sun and moist well-drained soils. Delta Blues is salt and drought tolerant. Type: Tree, Shrub Height: 8' - 10' Spread: 8’ - 10' Spacing: 8' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 - 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Prune as wanted in spring to promote blooms. Leaf spot and root rot are occasional problems.LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Hedges, Foundation Plantings, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Maiden Grass, Lilac, Spirea IMAGE: Photo by Elizabeth, Chaste tree, Vitex agnus-cas