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Agapanthus 'White Superior'

Also Known As

  • White Superior African Lily
  • White Superior Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 30"-36"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Agapanthus 'White Superior' plant details

Agapanthus 'White Superior' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green 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 'White Superior'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 30 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 'White Superior'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
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

Rounded clusters of white flowers in July-August. Deciduous, one of the hardiest Agapanthus. ht. 30-36".

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'White Superior' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus 'White Superior'

  • 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

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

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Zones

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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