Preferably in the garden, but also in the bucket
Of the hardy Chaste tree is primarily a garden plant. You can offer it a single seat so that it comes into its own as a solitaire. You can also plant several specimens in the immediate vicinity.
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If you can find a really big bucket, you can also cultivate this subshrub in it. This means that the terrace and balcony can also enjoy the pleasantly fragrant monk's pepper. Just be prepared for that plant care is more demanding in this dwelling than in the garden.
The key words when searching for a location
It doesn't matter which one Chaste tree variety You at home plant want. It also doesn't matter whether you plant the shrub in the garden or you have chosen the tub. Didrei Keywords that you need to keep in mind when checking an available location for suitability are:
- sunny
- warm
- sheltered from the wind
Tips
In a suitable location, the subshrub will bear plenty of fruit in October. Harvest the healthy mock berries and let them dry. They should then be stored in the dark until they are used up.
Plan enough space for spreading
A spiral of herbs or a rock garden would be ideal if this plant did not go beyond the scope of its size. Or can you imagine a 3 m high and 3 m wide shrub in these two areas of the garden? These are the dimensions that this plant can easily reach.
These are possible favorite places
The following places in the garden are preferred so that monk's pepper stands protected and is also supplied with some heat at night:
- not far from a house wall
- near a brick wall
Tips
plants Chaste tree in a location that has well drained soil. If necessary, carry out soil improvement measures. A pH value in the alkaline range is also ideal.
