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Vitex
Vitex agnus-castus
In the United States:
Cultivated
· also called vitex, chaste tree, lilac chastetree
Honeybees are drawn to vitex for plentiful nectar and pollen, a key mid-to-late-summer forage source that helps sustain colonies through dearth periods. Peak bloom July–August, with flowers attracting bees morning through night. Can self-seed aggressively in warm climates — monitor spread in natural areas.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | June–September |
| Hardiness zones | 6-11 |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |