Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf'

Also Known As

Winter Dwarf African Lily
Winter Dwarf Lily Of The Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

7a-10b

Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf' plant details

Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and lavender 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 'Winter Dwarf'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, compact, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf'

USDA Zones: 7a - 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

Selections from the old seedling strain of A. ???Peter Pan?? and even smaller with strap-like leaves to only 6" or so and lavender-blue flowers on foot long stalks. Both dainty and indestructible in the garden. Does best in sun to part shade with regular water in spring and summer. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7, with mulch for extra protection.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus 'Winter Dwarf'

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