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Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Snowstorm'

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 70 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 1 - 3 m (3 - 11 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Snowstorm' (African lily) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid spring to early fall. This plant is clump forming and has matte, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Border, container, edging, ground cover, house plant and tropical.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Snowstorm' . Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Snowstorm' is tolerant of drought.