Buy Agapanthus campanulatus

Also Known As

Deciduous Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-11

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Agapanthus campanulatus plant details

Agapanthus campanulatus is a deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus campanulatus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: cut flower, tropical looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus campanulatus

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deciduous Lily-of-the-Nile, clumps of silver green, somewhat narrow, strappy foliage…flowering stems 2'- 3’tall, mid to late summer with deep cobalt blue flower clusters in a spherical shape. Drought tolerant and good winter hardiness on this sun/heat loving perennial that grows in most decent soils, prefers regular water but survives without it. Good cut flower.