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Vitex - Shoal Creek
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-9.
Description
The Shoal Creek Vitex, also known as the Chaste Tree, is a stunning ornamental shrub or small tree renowned for its vibrant lavender-blue flower spikes, aromatic foliage, and ability to thrive in heat and drought. Perfect for creating a focal point in your garden, this versatile and fast-growing plant offers beauty and resilience, attracting pollinators while requiring minimal care.
Unique Features:
- Showy Blooms: Striking lavender-blue flower spikes appear in summer, creating a dramatic and colorful display.
- Fragrant Foliage: Aromatic gray-green leaves add texture and year-round interest to your garden.
- Pollinator Magnet: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, enhancing your garden's ecosystem.
- Drought Tolerance: Thrives in hot, dry climates once established, making it ideal for low-water landscapes.
- Fast Growth: Quickly matures into a beautiful small tree or shrub with a graceful, spreading canopy.
Mature Size:
- Height: 10–15 feet
- Spread: 8–12 feet
USDA Hardiness Zones:
- Zones 6–9
Care Instructions:
- Light: Plant in full sun for the best flower production and foliage health.
- Soil: Adapts to a variety of well-drained soils, including sandy or rocky types. Avoid waterlogged areas.
- Water: Low water requirements once established; water deeply during the first growing season and in prolonged dry periods.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and promote vigorous flowering. Deadheading spent flowers encourages additional blooming.
- Fertilization: Generally not necessary; apply a light balanced fertilizer in early spring if desired.
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to common pests and diseases, adding to its low-maintenance appeal.
With its vibrant blooms, fragrant foliage, and tough nature, Shoal Creek Vitex is a versatile and rewarding choice for pollinator gardens, borders, or as a striking standalone specimen. Its easy care and rapid growth make it an excellent addition to both residential and commercial landscapes.
Shipping
At Plant Me Green, we carefully handle, package, and ship every order to ensure your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. All orders ship via FedEx Home Delivery®, typically the next business day after checkout.
- We offer $15 flat-rate shipping on all eligible orders.
- Orders over $100 ship FREE.
- Replacement tree shipments are $15 per box.
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How to Plant
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
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