Chaste tree. Adaptable small tree or large shrub to 15’ with a graceful fountain-shaped structure. Winter deciduous and bountiful in its attributes, with attractive cork-like winter bark, fragrant lavender-blue flowers in summer, soothing gray-green foliage, and a graceful habit throughout the year. Flowers resemble Buddleias or lilacs, with 6” racemes held at branch tips. A durable plant for full sun and hot, dry climates with moderate to occasional water. Hardy to 0F. Western Asia and Southern Europe.
