Blue Diddley Dwarf Chaste Tree – Vitex Agnus-castus – 3 Gallon Pot

A perfect fit for smaller garden spaces, the ‘Blue Diddley’ Chaste Tree dwarf version growing to one-third the size of the species forming a rounded mid-size shrub or small tree. As with its larger growing cousins,  abundant, long, flower spikes covered with fragrant, nectar-rich, lavender-blue flowers cover the plant in summer. The flowers are irresistible to hummingbirds, butterflies and other beneficial pollinating insects. After the flowers, birds will have a fiesta with the seeds in the fall, especially red cardinals. If you are into birds, this is a must have tree that will provide a free source of food for your feathered friends. The refined, sage-scented, gray-green leaves resemble Japanese maple leaves adding a delicate texture, pleasing color, and sensory appeal in the landscape. As mentioned, grow it as a mid-size shrub to around 6 feet tall and wide, or remove lower branches to form a cute little specimen tree perfect for use as a specimen in small spaces and container gardens. 

Note:  In USDA Zones 5 and 6 Blue Diddley Chaste Tree will behave more like a perennial; freezing to the ground but resprouting new growth in mid to late spring and an abundance of summer flowers! In Zones 7 and further south to 9b it grows as a mid-size shrub or small tree.