USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread
60 cm (2 ft)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
The tender perennial Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis (African lily) bears showy and bright blue blossoms during mid summer to mid autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover and tropical.
Special Characteristics
This tender perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis tolerates drought.
