Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue'
Also Known As
- Big Blue Lily of the Nile
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 7b-10a
Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue' plant details
Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue' 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 africanus 'Big Blue'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10a
- 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
Gardening facts about Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue' plant
How to Grow Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue'
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
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 6"-15"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
aka Two Times Blue Agapanthus, Two Times Blue Lily-of-the-Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Agapanthus praecox 'Headbourne Blue', Headbourne Blue Agapanthus, Headbourne Blue Lily-of-the-Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6b-11
Size
Height: 15"-36"
Width: 15"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka Sarah Agapanthus, Sarah Lily-of-the-Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Agapanthus orientalis 'PMN06'
aka Agapanthus orientalis 'Queen Mum', Queen Mum™ Agapanthus, Queen Mum™ Lily-of-the-Nile
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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