The Flip Side Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus 'Flip Side') is a captivating and robust deciduous shrub or small tree, prized for its striking foliage and fragrant flowers. This attractive plant adds color, texture, and fragrance to the garden, making it a popular choice for landscapes seeking both visual interest and sensory appeal.
The Flip Side Chaste Tree is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 6-8 feet with a spread of 8-10. It is well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 7-9, making it a versatile option for a wide range of climates. The plant has a rounded, vase-shaped growth habit that lends itself well to various landscape uses, including specimen plantings, borders, and naturalized areas.
Drought-tolerant and adaptable to a variety of soil types, the Flip Side Chaste Tree is a low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking a plant that is both beautiful and resilient. It thrives in full sun, where it can develop its most vibrant foliage colors and abundant blooms.
One of the standout features of the Flip Side Chaste Tree is its striking foliage. The plant's leaves are composed of lance-shaped leaflets that are a unique combination of deep green on the top and a stunning burgundy-purple on the underside. This colorful foliage creates a bold contrast in the landscape, especially when the leaves flutter in the breeze, exposing their vibrant undersides.
In addition to its visual appeal, the foliage of the Flip Side Chaste Tree is also aromatic, releasing a pleasant fragrance when crushed or brushed against.
The Flip Side Chaste Tree is known for its beautiful and fragrant flowers that appear in mid-to-late summer. The blooms are borne on large, upright panicles that can reach up to 8 inches long. The flowers themselves are small, tubular, and lavender-blue in color, creating an eye-catching and fragrant display.
The flowers of the Flip Side Chaste Tree are not only visually stunning but also attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent addition to pollinator-friendly gardens. The blooms also make for lovely, long-lasting cut flowers.
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