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Agapanthus africanus 'Big White'

Also Known As

  • Big White Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Agapanthus africanus 'Big White' plant details

Agapanthus africanus 'Big White' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white 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 africanus 'Big White'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus africanus 'Big White'

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

Gardening facts about Agapanthus africanus 'Big White' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus africanus 'Big White'

  • 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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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aka Storm Cloud African Lily, Storm Cloud Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus 'Storm Cloud' seedhead by Anna Kullgren
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aka Agapanthus 'Cobalt Blue', Cobalt Blue African Lily, Cobalt Blue Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Agapanthus x 'Ellamae', Ellamae African Lily, Ellamae Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 48"-60"

Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus 'Ellamae' flower by Karl Gercens III
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aka Agapanthus 'Graskop', Graskop African Lily, Graskop Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus inapertus ssp. pendulus 'Graskop' flower, foliage, form by Briggs Plant Propagators
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aka Hinag African Lily, Hinag Agapanthus, Hinag Lily of the Nile, Summer Gold African Lily, Summer Gold Lily Of The Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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