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Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by Lois E. Lyon

Lois E. Lyon — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:44:37 +0000

I agree and have two of them in my yard that have grown from 1-1/2 ft to 6 ft in two years, will put in more when I’m ready to expand my flowering tree area!

Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by Lois E. Lyon

Lois E. Lyon — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:40:58 +0000

I planted two vitex plants about 1-1/2 ft. tall two years ago in Dallas area. They are now about 6 ft x 6 ft each. I love them and they do attract butterflies and of course bees, which I also like to feed with my flowering plants. My only regret is that they got planted too close together and I hate to try to move one of them now, they will end up dwarfing each other on the side closest. They are about 6 ft apart and I wish I had planted the 2nd one in a totally different spot because they are so pretty and decorative for our once barren front lawn!

Comment on Olive Trees for Sale in Houston by Jacqueline

Jacqueline — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 22:26:25 +0000

Contact Buchanan’s Native Plants in Houston 713-861-5702 or try Sandyoaks.com in San Antonio.

Comment on Olive Trees for Sale in Houston by Linda Rily

Linda Rily — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 22:18:50 +0000

Do you carry dwarf olive trees and sweet olive trees. I am researching olive trees for a large landscaping job at a restaurant. Could you give me some information on these two trees.
Thank You,

Linda Riley

Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by Jacqueline

Jacqueline — Sun, 15 May 2011 15:31:56 +0000

It is listed as Sun to Shade. Mine (Vitex Montrose Purple) are in part sun and are blooming well. Try this helpful site about vitex trees. From Heidi Sheesley of Tree Search Farms:

Vitex agnus-castus ‘Montrose Purple’- Montrose Purple Vitex – Vitex is a fast growing, colorful, tough little tree that produces 4”-6” panicles of blue flowers at least three times from mid spring through summer. ‘Montrose Purple’ is a new selection with slightly larger foliage & magnificent blooms that are 3 times larger & have a richer, dark blue color than the standard Vitex. A drought tolerant, sun loving small, single or multi-trunked tree averaging 18’ x 18’. Another outstanding ornamental tree that requires no irrigation once established. Butterflies!

Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by B Howell

B Howell — Sat, 14 May 2011 22:59:20 +0000

Will vitex grow and bloom in indirect sunlight, or does it HAVE to have direct sun? I have crepe myrtles that grow in indirect sun, but never bloom. I got a vitex and would rather plant it in a spot that only gets bright indirect light, but if it will never bloom there, then maybe I need to rethink my plan.

Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by marc mcneil

marc mcneil — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 19:41:02 +0000

my name is Marc and i work for big Tex Tree Nursery. I have the vitex in stock in 24 inch box size. Call the spring location and id love to help you out in picking the perfect tree for your yard or garden.

Comment on Crape Murder Season Begins by Worst Case of Crape Myrtle Pruning Seen To Date. Learn How to Prune Properly.

Worst Case of Crape Myrtle Pruning Seen To Date. Learn How to Prune Properly. — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 21:51:05 +0000

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Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by Jacqueline D'Elia

Jacqueline D'Elia — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:22:01 +0000

In the Heights area, try Joshua’s or Buchanan’s Native Plants. Elsewhere, call Arbor Gate in Tomball or Corneilus Nursery.

Comment on Vitex Tree: Good Substitute for Crape Myrtles by blair adams

blair adams — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 18:27:05 +0000

I love this tree.
Where can i buy one in Houston – preferably pruned up like a tree, for shade.?