Agapanthus 'Royal Velvet'
African lily
One of the hardier, deciduous types, this stately Agapanthus produces sturdy upright stems, topped with loose clusters of inky buds...
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Plant description
One of the hardier, deciduous types, this stately Agapanthus produces sturdy upright stems, topped with loose clusters of inky buds that open to really luscious, royal purple bells, each with a near-black stripe along the length of their petals.
A sublime addition to the patio, 'Royal Velvet' makes a statement in a pot or border, and will also look wonderful when planted en-masse along the length of a pathway.
A sublime addition to the patio, 'Royal Velvet' makes a statement in a pot or border, and will also look wonderful when planted en-masse along the length of a pathway.
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 Royal Velvet:
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 perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
