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Agapanthus 'Aquamarine'

Also Known As

  • Aquamarine African Lily
  • Aquamarine Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 24"-30"
  • W: 24"-30"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Agapanthus 'Aquamarine' plant details

Agapanthus 'Aquamarine' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer blue and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees 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, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus 'Aquamarine'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Aquamarine'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Heads of bright blue flowers with white throats and a white stripe on the petals, giving it a refreshing appearance. The dark green, relatively narrow foliage is short and unobtrusive, making it easy to combine in borders and containers alike.

Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'Aquamarine' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus 'Aquamarine'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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