| Common Name | Chinese Chastebush |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Vitex |
| Species | Negundo |
| Variety | heterophylla |
| Origin | Southern Asia |
| Blooming | Summer to Autumn, blue/purple flower spikes appear on new wood. |
| Leaf Color | Green (darkening in autumn) |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-draining loamy soil, tolerant of various pH levels.
Water regularly during growth, reduce in winter when dormant. Avoid waterlogging.
Full sun required for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in heat.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to August.
Prune hard in late winter to encourage bushy growth and new flower stems.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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