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Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne White'

Also Known As

  • Headbourne White African Lily
  • Headbourne White Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne White' plant details

Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne White' 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. 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 praecox 'Headbourne White'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, firescaping/fire wise, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne White'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
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

Huge 2-3" showy white summer "snowballs" on strong upright 2-4' stems above a mound of attractive; fire-resistant foliage make this a summer standout in container, border or vase. Sun-PSh/Med

Gardening facts about Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne White' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne White'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • 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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