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Agapanthus africanus 'Albus'
African lily
A wonderful white form of African lily, with globes of trumpet-shaped flowers from July to September. This bold...
Classy, clean-white flowers set against bright-green leaves are a cool elegant combination in lily pots or in the ground
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Agapanthus africanus Albus:
Please note:
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GOES WELL WITH
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