Agapanthus africanus

African lily

Eventual height & spread

Agapanthus africanus

African lily

  • 9cm pot
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  • 2 litre pot
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  • 3 × 2 litre pots
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  • Position: full sun
  • Soil: moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil, (or John Innes no. 2 compost for containers)
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: July to September
  • Hardiness: half hardy (may need winter protection)


Globes of of trumpet-shaped blue flowers which can be variable in colour appear from July to September on straight stems above bold clumps of strap-like, mid-green leaves.

These beautiful African lilies provide valuable late summer interest in a sunny, well-drained border, or large patio pot. Where temperatures fall below zero, container-grown specimens should be overwintered in a frost free place.


  • Garden care:
    Evergreen Agapanthus cultivars are more tender than the deciduous types, and will probably require frost protection in colder regions. Therefore, when temperatures start to drop, consider moving container-grown plants to a sheltered location (such as a greenhouse or south-facing porch), and covering border-grown specimens with a cloche, or double layer of horticultural fleece.

    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.
    • Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten

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