Agapanthus inapertus 'Midnight Cascade'

Also Known As

Midnight Cascade African Lily
Midnight Cascade Lily-of-the-Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 24"-48"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

7a-10b

Agapanthus inapertus 'Midnight Cascade' plant details

Agapanthus inapertus 'Midnight Cascade' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer black and purple 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 inapertus 'Midnight Cascade'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: black and purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus inapertus 'Midnight Cascade'

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

'Midnight Cascade' has incredibly dark, rich purple flowers that emerge from near black buds. Some flowers in each head will remain pendulous producing an interesting effect. The flower heads are held on three foot tall stems above bold green strap-like foliage. Deciduous. Mulch in winter.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Agapanthus inapertus 'Midnight Cascade' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus inapertus 'Midnight Cascade'

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