Agapanthus africanus White
£2.95
Trumpet shaped flowers bloom from July to late September, in this snow white African lily. Ideal for both pots and raised beds, this infectious lily is a fan of sun filled spots and will survive the dreaded winter temperatures when well protected from the frost.
Flowers: July - August
Final Height: 60cm
Final Spread: 45cm
Agapanthus africanus White - Further Information
When to plant:
(In the UK, In Pots/Containers, Seeds
The Agapanthus Africanus White flowers in July, August and September. To ensure that the plants are established enough in time to produce a decent amount of blooms they need to be grown in the early spring, from March to late April.
How to
plant:
(In the UK, In Pots/Containers)
Agapanthus Africanus White are best planted in large pots as they are not well suited to winter frosts and need to be moved under cover in the winter. Agapanthus Africanus White can be planted directly into the garden if wished and will need a sunny position in moist soil which is well drained.
How to
grow:
(In Pots/Containers, from seed/cuttings, in the UK)
Agapanthus Africanus White is best grown from root division in large pots so that the new growth can be brought under cover to protect it from harsh frosts and severe winter weather. Large patio pots are best as they give adequate room for roots to expand and can be repositioned so that the plants can capture the full sun they need to thrive on.
Caring
for:
(In Spring/Summer/Autumn & Winter, In Pots, In the UK)
Agapanthus Africanus White will benefit from a monthly dose of liquid fertiliser between the early spring until it starts to flower. There is no need to cut the plant down in autumn. The Agapanthus Africanus White is not prone to problems with pests or disease generally but a plant virus is most likely to cause damage if anything so needs to be looked out for.
Where to plant:
The
Agapanthus Africanus White grows year after year and looks delightful in
the garden. Due to it not being the most hardy of perennial plants it is
however best planted in large pots so that it can brought inside and undercover
in a non-heated greenhouse or outbuilding to project it from hard frosts and
weather conditions.
When planting outside it is essential that Agapanthus Africanus White is placed
in a position that is unhindered by shade as it thrives on full sunlight.
What to plant with:
The delicate white flowers on the Agapanthus
Africanus White make it easy to fit and compliment any colour or style in a
garden. Experimenting with different plants to suit your garden will produce
the best combination. Plants of a
similar style and height include lavender (Hidcote).
Companion/Combination plants for:
Agapanthus Africanus White looks good with pretty much anything however is commonly coupled with Anemone Hupehensis (Hadspen Abundence) and Sedum Scetabile (brilliant) .
How to propagate:
(Cuttings/Seeds etc)
You can propagate Agapanthus Africanus
White by root division every three to four years. This is best done in the
spring, around early March or April.
Is Agapanthus
Africanus White hardy:
Agapanthus Africanus White is
considered half hardy. It is not the most delicate of plants however does not
tolerate frost or winter conditions well and needs to be brought undercover
during winter / very early spring.
Other types of Agapanthus:
There are many types of Agapanthus plants, all looking different to each other. The Agapanthus Lapis Lazuli has blue flowers, and the Agapanthus Streamline has lovely sky-blue coloured flowers with navy blue stripes running through the trumpets.
