Pot Size: 3 gallon
Native Status: Non-Native
Description: Award-winning 'Shoal Creek' chaste tree grows into a multi-trunked, large shrub or small tree. It ranges in height from 10 to 15 feet, with broad, spreading growth with beautiful violet-blue flowers. Chaste trees are fragrant and have a long bloom season. 'Shoal Creek' is an improved cultivar that possesses larger spikes of flowers. In the fall the tree will produce berries/seeds. Can be used in multiple landscape scenarios (butterfly, cottage, drought tolerant gardens).
Light Exposure: Full sun Drought Tolerant : Yes
Soil Moisture: Well drained Salt Tolerant: Yes
Mature Height: 4 ft – 15 ft Deer Resistant: Yes
Mature Width: 4 ft – 12 ft
Bloom Color/Bloom Time: Violet-blue flowers blooming late spring through fall.
Historical Uses: Was introduced in 1570 as an ornamental species. It rose in popularity due to its drought tolerance and extended flowering season.
Wildlife Values: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
👉 For more information visit NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
The information provided here is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Medicinal plants can have serious side effects and interactions with medications. Consult your healthcare provider before using any herbal remedies, as you are responsible for your own health decisions.
Photo Credits:
1 - Vitex agnus-castus Elizabeth CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
2 - Flower close up JC Raulston Arboretum
3 - Tree form J.C. Raulston Arboretum
Pot Size: 3 gallon
Native Status: Non-Native
Description: Award-winning 'Shoal Creek' chaste tree grows into a multi-trunked, large shrub or small tree. It ranges in height from 10 to 15 feet, with broad, spreading growth with beautiful violet-blue flowers. Chaste trees are fragrant and have a long bloom season. 'Shoal Creek' is an improved cultivar that possesses larger spikes of flowers. In the fall the tree will produce berries/seeds. Can be used in multiple landscape scenarios (butterfly, cottage, drought tolerant gardens).
Light Exposure: Full sun Drought Tolerant : Yes
Soil Moisture: Well drained Salt Tolerant: Yes
Mature Height: 4 ft – 15 ft Deer Resistant: Yes
Mature Width: 4 ft – 12 ft
Bloom Color/Bloom Time: Violet-blue flowers blooming late spring through fall.
Historical Uses: Was introduced in 1570 as an ornamental species. It rose in popularity due to its drought tolerance and extended flowering season.
Wildlife Values: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
👉 For more information visit NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
The information provided here is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Medicinal plants can have serious side effects and interactions with medications. Consult your healthcare provider before using any herbal remedies, as you are responsible for your own health decisions.
Photo Credits:
1 - Vitex agnus-castus Elizabeth CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
2 - Flower close up JC Raulston Arboretum
3 - Tree form J.C. Raulston Arboretum
