About

An attractive tree, reaching 5-15m, with a rounded head of healthy foliage. It displays attractive flowers or foliage.

About the genus

Vitex are deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs with palmate leaves and terminal sprays of tubular, two-lipped flowers

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders, parks

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
PruningPrune to shape when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationFrom seed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus and canker possible