Agapanthus 'Headbourne hybrids'
African Lily
Showy globes of trumpet-shaped flowers, ranging in colour from deep to pale blue, appear from July to September on straight stems...
Reputably hardy strain of agapanthus in shades of blue and a good starting point for nervous beginners worried about hardiness
Plant description
Headbourne hybrids are a particularly fine variety of African lilies, 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
Fully hardy
How to care for Agapanthus Headbourne hybrids:
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:
Warning
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