Vitex agnus-castus VIOLET MAGNET
- Shrub
- 150 cm-2,5 m high
- Purple flowers
- Blue-green foliage
- Notable autumn colour
Compact, fiery shrub with purple spikes full of nectar for butterflies and bees. Subtly aromatic. Blooms long into late summer in a warm, dry location. Ideal for a sunny border or patio. Remains beautifully compact and tolerates heat and drought well.
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- Supplied by a specialist partner nursery
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 150 - 250 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | July - September |
| Flower colour | Violet |
| Leaf colour | Green, Blue-green |
| Growth habit | Wide, Ascending |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Vitex agnus-castus VIOLET MAGNET |
|---|---|
| Genus | Vitex |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Origin | Hybrid |
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