Agapanthus 'Elaine'

Also Known As

Agapanthus x 'Elaine
Elaine African Lily
Elaine Lily of the Nile
Elaine Lily-of-the-Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Agapanthus 'Elaine' plant details

Agapanthus 'Elaine' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer blue and purple 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, humidity tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus 'Elaine'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus 'Elaine'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark Violet Blue trusses of lily like bells on 4' stalks throughout the summer. A vigorous grower which is possbly a cross of A. africanus and A. praecox ssp. orientalis. Plants don't mind being pot bound, making great container plants. This form is slightly hardier than most, and possibly might winter over in a protected spot. Quart pots available for spring shipping, afew larger blooming 2-3 gallon sizes available for nursery pick up.

By: Avant Gardens

Garden photo gallery of Agapanthus 'Elaine'

Photo of Agapanthus 'Elaine' flower by Far Reaches Farm

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Gardening facts about Agapanthus 'Elaine' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus 'Elaine'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant