Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen'
Also Known As
- Ed Carmen White African Lily
- Ed Carmen White Lily of the Nile
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen' plant details
Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen' plant
How to Grow Agapanthus 'Ed Carmen'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Agapanthus 'Cobalt Blue', Cobalt Blue African Lily, Cobalt Blue Lily of the Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 48"-60"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Agapanthus 'Graskop', Graskop African Lily, Graskop Lily of the Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Hinag African Lily, Hinag Agapanthus, Hinag Lily of the Nile, Summer Gold African Lily, Summer Gold Lily Of The Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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