{"product_id":"chaste-tree-seeds-vitex-agnus-castus-monks-pepper-fast-growing-hardy-ornamental-lilac-purple-flowering-shrub","title":"Chaste Tree Seeds (Vitex agnus-castus) Monks Pepper | Fast Growing Hardy Ornamental Lilac Purple Flowering Shrub","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHASTE TREE SEEDS\u003c\/strong\u003e (Vitex agnus-castus) Monks Pepper Fast Hardy Lilac Flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVitex agnus-castus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eChaste Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eMonk’s Pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a highly valued ornamental flowering shrub or small tree prized for its long blooming season, drought tolerance, and abundant fragrant lilac-purple flower spikes. Native to the Mediterranean region and Western Asia, this classic landscape plant has been widely cultivated in gardens worldwide for its beauty, resilience, and pollinator appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eKnown for its elegant airy growth habit and long panicles of violet to lilac flowers, Chaste Tree is widely used in \u003cstrong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"661\"\u003ebutterfly gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, pollinator plantings, hedges, and ornamental landscapes. Its aromatic blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the summer season, making it an excellent ecological garden plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eThis species typically grows 8–20 feet tall with a similar spread, forming a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree. The bark is smooth and grey on young growth, becoming more fissured and darker with age, giving the plant added ornamental character even in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eThe fragrant violet-blue to lilac flower spikes (3–6 inches long) are produced on new growth and bloom from early summer through early fall. Regular deadheading encourages repeat blooming and extends the flowering season significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003eSoil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to most types\u003cbr data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eWater: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eGrowth: Fast-growing deciduous shrub or small tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eClimate: Heat tolerant and cold hardy to approximately -9°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eChaste Tree thrives in hot, dry climates and performs exceptionally well in Mediterranean and temperate regions. It is highly resistant to drought once established and is generally unbothered by humidity, wind, or poor soils as long as drainage is adequate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003e🌿 Why Grow Chaste Tree?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003e• Long blooming lilac-purple flower spikes\u003cbr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e• Excellent butterfly and bee attractor\u003cbr data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003e• Highly drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e• Cold hardy and heat resistant\u003cbr data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003e• Fast growing ornamental shrub or small tree\u003cbr data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e• Deer resistant landscape plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003e• Ideal for pollinator gardens and xeriscaping\u003cbr data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e• Aromatic summer flowering display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eChaste Tree is one of the most reliable summer-flowering ornamental shrubs, valued for its extended bloom period, toughness, and striking lavender-like floral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2483\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 6–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Lato',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eChaste Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e Scarify the seeds lightly with sandpaper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e2) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eLet them soak 24 hours in warm water. Using a thermos will help greatly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e3) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eCold stratify by placing in a zip lock bag with moist perlite or vermiculite, and place in the fridge for 90 days. Place a few small holes to allow for air circulation and periodically check to ensure they stay \"slightly moist\", but never wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e4)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e Use a heated propagator mat to keep the soil around 75 degrees F., and plant the seeds no more than 1\/16\" of an inch deep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e Keep slightly moist and expect germination to occur within 2-3 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eGerminación casta:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e1) Escarifique las semillas ligeramente con papel de lija.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e2) Déjelas en remojo durante 24 horas en agua tibia. El uso de un termo ayudará mucho.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e3) Estratifique en frío colocándolas en una bolsa con cierre hermético con perlita o vermiculita húmeda y colóquelas en el refrigerador durante 90 días. Haga algunos agujeros pequeños para permitir la circulación del aire y verifique periódicamente para asegurarse de que se mantengan \"ligeramente húmedas\", pero nunca mojadas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e4) Use una estera de propagación calentada para mantener la tierra a unos 75 grados F y plante las semillas a no más de 1\/16 de pulgada de profundidad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e5) Manténgalas ligeramente húmedas y espere a que germinen en 2 o 3 semanas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":54102981509404,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 SEEDS","offer_id":54117892653340,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 SEEDS","offer_id":54102981542172,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 SEEDS","offer_id":54117893046556,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80 SEEDS","offer_id":54117893407004,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 SEEDS","offer_id":54102981574940,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/ChasteVitex3.jpg?v=1778337506","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/chaste-tree-seeds-vitex-agnus-castus-monks-pepper-fast-growing-hardy-ornamental-lilac-purple-flowering-shrub","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}