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AGAPANTHUS africanus blue
Commonly known as African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Deep blue flowers
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EvergreenStrap-shaped leaves to 30cm (12in) or more long
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Blue
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Height60-90cm (24-36in)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Clump-forming perennial. Produces flowers 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long in rounded umbels 15-30cm (6-12in) across.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)Mulch for winter in cold areas. Bring pots into shelter
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Full sun
AGAPANTHUS africanus blue
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowExcellent in a large potPests & DiseasesSlugs, snails, virusesPlace of originSouth Africa (Northern Cape, Western Cape, Eastern Cape)
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Flower ShapeTrumpet
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderCottage gardenPatio / pot plantsTown garden
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilUse loam-based compost (JI No. 3) for containers
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Agapanthus - Care Guide
- Planting location
- Planting and treatment
- Propagation
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60-90cm (24-36in)
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45cm (18in) |
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African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Available from £15.00
AGAPANTHUS 'Navy Blue'
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Available from £15.00
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African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Available from £15.00
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Available from £15.00
AGAPANTHUS
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
AGAPANTHUS africanus
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
AGAPANTHUS africanus 'Albus'
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Available from £15.00
AGAPANTHUS africanus 'Headbourne hybrids'
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Available from £5.00
AGAPANTHUS inapertus subsp. 'Sky Blue'
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
AGAPANTHUS 'Navy Blue'
African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
Available from £15.00
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African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.00
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.00