| Adaptable and easy to care for, these natives of southern Africa have long-stalked clusters of blue or white flowers and glossy, strap-like leaves. Excellent cut flowers. Grow outdoors in mild climates or indoors in pots in colder regions. Plant in large masses, drifts or near pools. Drought-tolerant once established, but for best blooms give plenty of moisture. In hot summer areas, plant in partial sun. Like loamy earth, but tolerate dense soils. Divide every 5 to 6 years, when plants become crowded and flowering decreases. |
One and one-half foot tall flower clusters produce up to 30 trumpet-shaped blue flowers that open gradually. Depending on the climate, can be evergreen or deciduous.
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Attributes - Agapanthus africanus
Plant Type: Perennial
Bloom Season: Late Spring through Mid Fall
Flower Color: Blue
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 1 ft. 6 in. to 2 ft.
Width: 2 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Climate: Zones 9, 10, 11
Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates. Container Plants, Cut Flowers, Drought Tolerant, Long Blooming.
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