Vitex (Chaste Tree – Texas Lilac) – 20 Seeds

Add a splash of cool blue to the hot summer garden with our Vitex seeds. Also known as Chaste Tree or Texas Lilac, this beautiful heirloom shrub is prized for its long, elegant spikes of fragrant, lavender-blue flowers that bloom all summer long. It is incredibly tough, thriving in heat and drought conditions that cause other plants to struggle. A true magnet for pollinators, the flowers will be covered in happy bees and butterflies. Vitex also has a rich history as an important herb in traditional wellness practices. ⭐ What you'll love Long, elegant spires of beautiful, lavender-blue flowers. An absolute magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. An incredibly tough, heat-loving, and drought-tolerant shrub. A historic medicinal herb with a long history of use. 🌿 Seed details Plant Name: Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus) Seed Quantity: Approx. 20 seeds Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO Lifecycle: Perennial Shrub Height: 10-15 feet (can be pruned to size) Days to Maturity: 2-3 years to first bloom USDA Zone: 6-9 Origin: American Grown 🌱 Growing instructions Sowing: The easiest method is to sow seeds outdoors in the fall. The seeds will be naturally stratified over the winter and will germinate in the spring. Soaking & Stratification: To plant in the spring, soak seeds for 24 hours, then place in a moist medium for a 90-day cold stratification in the refrigerator. Depth: Plant seeds 1/16 inch deep. Spacing: Space or thin plants to 10-15 feet apart. Light Requirement: Full Sun. Soil: Prefers average, well-draining soil. Does not require rich soil. ✅ Our seed packets Professionally designed and made. Resealable for convenient, long-term storage. Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic). Includes full, detailed growing instructions. Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates. Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us! 🚚 Shipping FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more. Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order. Tracking is included with every order.