Shoal Creek Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus 'Shoal Creek'
- Stay Protected with Plant Sentry ™
Shoal Creek Chaste Tree - #1 Container Shrub Form is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Plant Sentry™
Plant Sentry™
Plant Sentry™ Protected
Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Fast, Safe Plant Delivery
Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
✓ Zone-specific timing • ✓ Professional packaging • ✓ Health guarantee
Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Shoal Creek Chaste Tree highlights at a glance!
-
Botanical Name
-
Brand
-
Growing Zones6, 7, 8, 9
-
Growth RateModerate
-
Mature Height
-
Mature Width
-
Leaf Color
-
Flower Color
-
Pollinator FriendlyYes
-
Bloom PeriodEarly Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall
-
FragrantYes
Characteristics
Where To Plant
When To Prune
- Late Winter
Water & Moisture Needs
- Low
Sunlight Needs
Soil Needs
- Well-Drained
Growing Zones 6-9
Classically Blue Flowered Shoal Creek Chaste Tree!
- Waving Wands of Flower Spikes
- Fragrant Violet-Blue Clusters
- Pollinators Galore!
- Blooms All Summer
- Light & Airy Graceful Form
- Aromatic Foliage
- Hardy & Easy Care
- Tolerates Heat & Humidity
- Multi-Trunked Small Tree or Large Shrub
- Beautiful Silvery Blue-Green Foliage!
- Vigorous Fast Growth
- Deer Resistant
The Shoal Creek Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus 'Shoal Creek') is a new and improved cultivar of the graceful old Southern classic! The Chaste is one of the few trees that bloom all summer and features vigorous growth!
Smothered in airy wands of waving, violet-blue flowers, Shoal Creek takes it up a notch, with long-lasting, fragrant flowers than any other Chaste before it! Pollinators will be grateful for the summer-long bounty!
Even when not in bloom, Chaste are spotlight-worthy specimens or small patio trees, with multiple trunks and an airy, vase-shaped canopy.
Featuring wonderfully aromatic green foliage with a gray-green to silver-blue cast. Emerging in early spring, you’ll be thrilled by the fast growth rate. In the summer, you will be awed by the impressive violet-blue spikes that bloom like candlesticks right up until autumn!
It is a favorite among Southern gardeners! Heat and humidity tolerant, plus it is fast-growing for the impatient! These are also deer-resistant and vigorous trees!
How to Use Shoal Creek Chaste Tree In The Landscape
Savvy gardeners plant this beauty as anchors for the Perennial border or Pollinator gardens, casting light shade over summer flowers. Light and airy, these branches won’t block your view, but provide graceful screening from the street or from the neighbors!
Create a splendid accent grouping in multiples of 3 or 5, or use several in a row as a hedge along a driveway or property line. The delicate air adds grace while softening the corners of your home’s foundation.
Keep the lower limbs as a privacy shrub, or remove the lower branches to reveal the multiple trunks, and use Shoal Creek as a small specimen tree! Plant one as a focal point in the front yard or to highlight your entry steps!
Perfect for incorporating this delicate tree into your mixed-shrub borders, anchoring Cottage gardens, or shading your patio and seating areas! Plant smaller trees into large planters around your patio and terrace, or prune smaller yet for porch pots!
#ProPlantTips For Care
No need for any special knowledge or skill to grow this tree. It's a very easy-to-grow plant. It is drought-tolerant and disease-resistant.
Loving full sun, Shoal Creek blooms best in 6 hours plus of direct sunlight each day. Shrugging off humidity, these thrive in growing zones 6-9. In colder zone 6 it sometimes is grown as a perennial where it dies to the ground each winter, then new shoots develop and flower each year.
Water regularly to establish young plants and do not let them dry out between waterings. Afterward, you should only need to water during extended dry periods.
Plant in any type of well-drained soil, while not particular, provide a rich, organic environment. Mulch the root system well to insulate the roots and keep them cool, while also regulating moisture levels in the soil.
Prune in early spring before flowers emerge so you don’t miss a single moment of these amazing blooms!
You will love the perks provided by this lovely little tree! Don't let another summer go by without adding the beauty of Shoal Creek Chaste Tree to your landscape! Order today at NatureHills.com!
Single Stem, Multi Stem, Shrub Form, Oh My!
Before you buy, make sure you know what you’re getting! Single-stem, multi-stem, and shrub forms are different so read a bit about which we’re currently offering below.
Single Stem:
These are plants that have one stem coming from the ground. Plants can also be considered single stems when lower branches are removed to raise the height of the branching. Sometimes, you will hear a single stem referred to as Tree Form.
Multi Stem:
These are plants with 2 or more stems planted together in the ground in close proximity to form a clump. There are times when multiple stems are formed by a tree that branches at the soil line with more than one main stem.
Shrub Form:
These are bushy plants with many stems and branches close to the ground. They are referred to as shrubs or bushes and are often shorter than their tree forms.
