Agapanthus africanus 'Albus'
African lily
A wonderful white form of African lily, with globes of trumpet-shaped flowers from July to September. This bold perennial provides a...
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:
Keep them well-watered during the growing season, applying a balanced liquid fertiliser each month from spring to late summer. Then, in September, gradually ease back on the feeding and watering, allowing the plants foliage to toughen up. By mid-autumn, stop feeding altogether, and only water sparingly throughout the winter.
Grow garden plants in rich fertile soil in a sunny, sheltered position. When growing Agapanthus in patio pots, use a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3.
Please note:
Warning
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