Vitex
Vitex
–
Vitex agnus-castus
Vitex agnus-castus
Monk’s Pepper, Chaste tree, Texas Lilac
Asia
15
–
25 feet
15
–
25 feet
Invasive in Central Texas
Full Sun
Part Sun/Shade
Very Low
Deer Resistant
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About This Plant
Not recommended.
Included here as an example of aggressive non-native species to avoid in southwest Texas. Vitex spreads aggressively by seed, especially around limestone outcrops, dry creekbeds and riparian areas. It has shown a weedy tendency to escape cultivation and invade natural areas.
Maintenance
Cut back to the ground in winter to keep it as a shrub.
Features
Plant Type:
Small Tree
Size:
15-25' H, 15-25' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Thin, Well drained
Wildlife:
Flower Color:
Lavender
Bloom Time:
May, June, July, August, September
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Ungnadia speciosa
Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Oklahoma'
Nerium oleander
Dermatophyllum secundiflorum
Cercis canadensis var. texensis
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