Lilac Chaste Tree
Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena
Family)
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Height: 3-5 feet
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Spread: 3 feet
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Bloom Time: July to August
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Bloom: fragrant lavender -blue
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Light: full sun
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Soil: best in loose,
well-drained soils; salt tolerant
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Moisture: medium
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Use: shrub border,
foundation, cottage garden; flowers attract birds and butterflies
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Care: cut to ground
in early Spring for best flowering
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Concerns: no serious
disease or insect problems; leaf spot and root rot may occur in too wet soils
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Native to: Mediterranean,
western Asia
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Notes: sub-shrub in
northern climates; plants flower on new wood developed in Spring; oval, upright
form; grey-green leaves on twiggy, grey stems
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Supplier: Nature Hills
Nursery, Inc.
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Sidewalk Garden
G179
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