Agapanthus 'Midnight Sun'

Also Known As

Midnight Sun Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

9a-11

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Agapanthus 'Midnight Sun' plant details

Agapanthus 'Midnight Sun' is an evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus 'Midnight Sun'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cut flower, rock garden, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Midnight Sun'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This from plantsman Luen Miller presents as one of the more nicely variegated of the selections. Cream white and grey-green mix in stripes on leaves to about 18 inches. the plant producing inky blue flowers up to a couple of feet in height. Excellent evergreen perennial zones 9 or above occasionally becoming deciduous but re-sprouting in spring from lower zone 8. Excellent container plant in any case. Feed regularly to maintain vigor, best in bright light with free draining soil.