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Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues' plant details

Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, long-blooming, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is an old garden selec on I found in Mary Schwarz home in Portland. Totally deciduous. Good blue color. Looks like Big Blue but goes away. Hardy to at least 0.

Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus 'Mary's Portland Blues'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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