Agapanthus 'Margaret'

Also Known As

Lily of the Nile
Margaret African Lily
Margaret Lily-of-the-Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 24"-32"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

7b-10a

More Options

Agapanthus 'Margaret' plant details

Agapanthus 'Margaret' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In 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, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus 'Margaret'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 32 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Margaret'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10a
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

Lily of the Nile. One of the top hybrids bred by Steve Hickman of Hoyland's and is well-regarded among those in the know for its large powder-blue flowers on 30" stems. We have just a few of these and owe thanks to plantsman Jim Fox's courier efforts from the UK and for sharing with us. Jim knows good plants. And tools. And garden supplies. In fact, he wrote a book about just these things which was published by Timber Press in 2013. Margaret is so good that a book plug is the least we can do and hoping this will forestall the foot rub.............

By: Far Reaches Farm

Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'Margaret' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus 'Margaret'

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