Agapanthus 'Dokter Brouwer'
African lily (syn. Agapanthus Dr Brouwer)
Showy globes of trumpet-shaped flowers ranging in colour from pale violet-blue to dark-blue flowers, appear from July to September on...
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Plant description
Showy globes of trumpet-shaped flowers ranging in colour from pale violet-blue to dark-blue flowers, appear from July to September on straight stems above clumps of strap-shaped, mid-green leaves.
'Dr Brouwer' is a particularly fine variety of African lily, ideal for a sunny well-drained border or a large patio pot.
'Dr Brouwer' is a particularly fine variety of African lily, ideal for a sunny well-drained border or a large patio pot.
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 Dokter Brouwer:
Depending on the location of planting in the UK, these agapanthus can be semi-evergreen and hold onto their leaves in milder winters, though will typically lose them in colder regions or spells of weather. However, wrapping in a double layer of horticultural fleece and mulching around the base can safeguard the roots.
Keep well-watered during the growing season, applying a balanced liquid fertiliser each month from spring until the plant flowers. Towards the end of September ease back on the watering and feeding of plants in containers to allow the foliage to toughen up.
Grow Agapanthus plants in rich fertile, well drained soil, in a sunny position. When growing in patio containers, use a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3.
Keep well-watered during the growing season, applying a balanced liquid fertiliser each month from spring until the plant flowers. Towards the end of September ease back on the watering and feeding of plants in containers to allow the foliage to toughen up.
Grow Agapanthus plants in rich fertile, well drained soil, in a sunny position. When growing in patio containers, use a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3.
Please note:
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
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