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Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus'

Also Known As

  • Agapanthus orientalis 'Variegata'
  • Agapanthus praecox ssp praecox 'Variegatus'
  • Variegated African Lily
  • Variegated Lily of the Nile
  • Variegated Nile Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus' plant details

Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with gold, green, variegated and white 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. 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 praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rare, rock garden, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus'

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen leaves are variegated cream, light and dark green lengthwise on the leaves. Pale blue flowers on 3 ft stems.

Gardening facts about Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Variegatus'

  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

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

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • gold
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Texture

    • grassy
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