How to Grow and Care for Chaste tree

Chaste tree, also known as Vitex, Chasteberry, Monk's pepper, Lilac chastetree, Abraham's balm, Hemp tree

Chaste tree is considered easy to care for due to its resilience and minimal maintenance requirements. It thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soil. One special care point for chaste tree is that it needs pruning to shape and promote denser foliage. Additionally, ensuring moderate watering while letting the soil dry between waterings is crucial for its health.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Chaste tree

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	5-11

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Chaste tree exhibits an erect, open, rounded growth habit as a deciduous shrub or tree. Its foliage consists of grayish-green leaves with paler undersides that are notably aromatic when bruised. The leaves are arranged in leaflets enhancing the plant's textured appearance. During its blooming phase, chaste tree produces fragrant flowers in shades of pink, lavender, or white that assemble in showy panicles up to 12 inches (30 cm) long. In the fall, it bears small, purple, spherical drupes.