Agapanthus Umbellatus

Those with sensitive skin should wear gloves when handling the plant. As an added bonus, Agapanthus flowers make an eye-catching addition to any cut flower arrangement and the seed heads can be dried for year round enjoyment.: Extreme caution should be...

Agapanthus lily cold tolerance in the Headbourne hybrids may be much higher, but you should still put a blanket of mulch over the root zone to protect them from extreme cold.Choosing Agapanthus varieties with higher cold tolerance will make it easier...

When is agapanthus bloom time and how often does agapanthus bloom? Read on to find out.Bloom time for agapanthus depends on the species, and if you plan carefully, you can have an agapanthus flowering from spring until the first frost in autumn.

The evergreen species need to be lifted and divided at least every four years or so to ensure flowering, but the deciduous species are best left undisturbed for about six years. Find some that are adapted to your area and enjoy them regardless of the...

However, dedicating a few minutes to deadheading, trimming and cutting back agapanthus will pay off with healthier plants and bigger, more impressive blooms.– which involves simply removing blooms as soon as they wilt – keeps the plant neat and tidy...

Replant tubers the following spring.If you have the evergreen variety, it might be a good idea to plant this in a container. Pull the mulch away a bit in spring to allow the new growth to push through.Evergreen plants will need occasional water during...

Don't water as much as in the summer, but make sure the soil doesn't get too dry.Growing agapanthus plants in containers is a great way to enjoy these flowers both indoors and out.

Add a small amount ofto promote drainage. Place the seeds in a sealed container and store them in a cool, dry place until spring.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });Fill a planting tray with good quality,...

The best way to remedy the problem is to start dividing and transplanting agapanthus. As the plants mature, they crowd against each other underground, and this overcrowding limits their flowering.

Make sure to water in the formula you choose when fertilizing Agapanthus plants. Amend soil with plenty of compost and some gritty matter before planting. This amazing plant is not a true lily nor even from the Nile region, but it provides elegant, tropical...

Some of these plants can be highly poisonous if consumed in the wrong doses or without the correct preparation. Some are still being used in rural areas and some are even grown commercially.

Its artful blooms form dense orbs that resemble fireworks frozen in time. Try it out in your tropical landscape and enjoy a refreshing burst of lovely vertical visuals. This versatile plant can wear many hats in the landscape and is just as comfortable...

If you grow lilies in pots in USDA zone 8 or below, bring them indoors before the first fall frost. Some require protection from cold weather, while others need extra water or require shallow, sandy soil to thrive.

Regular pruning is not necessary and should be done sparingly.During the winter months a layer of mulch should be applied to protect the roots from frost. If preferred, a slow-release fertilizer can be used once in early spring instead.Prune any damaged...

Agapanthus plants, however, produce thickened rhizomes and not true bulbs. Despite their similarities, they are not from the same botanical family, but both have a treasured place in many gardens.The small, tightly packed flowers of allium contrast with...

Royal Velvet Agapanthus is a naturally evergreen tropical, clump forming lily that is grown as a die-back perennial throughout the northern portions of its range. Agapanthus are reliable and generally pest free making these durable perennials a staple...

Introduced by the L.A. State and County Arboretum. Unlike the majority of Agapanthus, this species is deciduous and will die-back in the winter and comes back stronger in the spring.

Agapanthus will perform best in well-drained soils with average moisture and fertility. Considered by many to be the best of all Agapanthus varieties. Drought tolerant once established.

All rights reserved. Image courtesy of AG3, Inc. The Lily of the Nile is a long-lived reliable clump forming perennial that makes a wonderful addition to the garden or landscape. It produces rounded clusters of starry trumpet shaped flowers on sturdy...

A naturally evergreen clump forming perennial, Blue Heaven is considered hardy into zone 7. All rights reserved. The Lily of the Nile is a long living clump forming perennial best suited to well-drained soils with average moisture and fertility.

This is a very floriferous dwarf selection. The Lily of the Nile is a long-lived reliable clump forming perennial that makes a wonderful addition to the garden or landscape. Deer resistant and moderately salt tolerant.

Images courtesy of AG3, Inc. **In hot summer climates Agapanthus seem to do best where they receive midday shade but in cooler summer climates they tolerate full sun quite well. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

Images courtesy of AG3, Inc. **In hot summer climates Agapanthus seem to do best where they receive midday shade but in cooler summer climates they tolerate full sun quite well. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

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Large white and blue flower heads emerge on tall spikes in spring/summer, above the strap-like large glossy green leaves. It offers improved resistance to disease, frost, heat and humidity.

The silver-edged leaves beautifully frame the large pink flowers that appear in summer. Silver is more prominent in summer and changes to a pinkish tinge in winter. Ht. 30-40cm/12-16”.

Typically seen is shades of lavender or white, the new Twister African Lily (Agapanthus africanus ‘Twister') turns these stalwarts on their head with a stunning new look. It makes the even more attractive for their easy care.