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Agapanthus [dark blue]

Also Known As

  • Agapanthus 'Dark Blue'
  • Dark Blue African Lily
  • Dark Blue Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7b-11

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Agapanthus [dark blue] plant details

Agapanthus [dark blue] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer blue 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, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus [dark blue]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, compact, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus [dark blue]

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
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

Gardening facts about Agapanthus [dark blue] plant

How to Grow Agapanthus [dark blue]

  • 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

    • blue
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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