AGAPANTHUS africanus blue

Commonly known as African blue lily, Lily-of-the-Nile, Love flower

Deep blue flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Strap-shaped leaves to 30cm (12in) or more long
  • Blue
  • Height
    60-90cm (24-36in)
  • Spread
    45cm (18in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early 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.
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy 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
  • Full sun

AGAPANTHUS africanus blue

 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only
£15.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £13.00 each
Any 10+ for £12.00 each
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Excellent in a large pot
    Pests & Diseases
    Slugs, snails, viruses
    Place of origin
    South Africa (Northern Cape, Western Cape, Eastern Cape)
  • Flower Shape
    Trumpet
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Use loam-based compost (JI No. 3) for containers
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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Agapanthus - Care Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
60-90cm (24-36in)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  45cm (18in)
  

Useful extras...

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Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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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.
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Afterplant - Tomatoes
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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

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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries. It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50

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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

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