Vitex Agnus Castus

Buy the Vitex Agnus Castus (Vitex agnus-castus) in Dubai & UAE — an aromatic flowering shrub or small tree, also known as the Chaste Tree, prized for its slender spires of fragrant lavender-blue flowers and elegant grey-green, hand-shaped foliage. Discover more in our flowering plants collection, or browse the full outdoor plants range.

Why Grow Vitex Agnus Castus in the UAE

The Chaste Tree is wonderfully suited to the UAE’s hot, dry climate, thriving in full sun with minimal water once established. Its fragrant lavender-blue flower spikes appear through the warm months and are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, while its aromatic foliage adds a Mediterranean feel to gardens and borders.

Key Benefits

• Fragrant lavender-blue flower spikes through the warm season
• Aromatic grey-green, hand-shaped foliage
• Excellent heat and drought tolerance once established
• Highly attractive to bees and butterflies
• Versatile as a feature shrub or small multi-stemmed tree

Care Tips for the UAE

• Sunlight: Full sun for the best flowering.
• Watering: Water regularly while establishing; very drought tolerant once mature.
• Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates poor and sandy soils.
• Feeding: Light feeding with a balanced fertiliser in spring.
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to encourage strong new flowering growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Vitex flower? It blooms through the warmer months, producing repeated spires of lavender-blue flowers, especially after pruning.

Is it drought tolerant? Yes — once established it is very drought tolerant and well suited to the UAE climate.

Does it attract pollinators? Yes, the nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for bees and butterflies.

Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 200.