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Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens'
Also Known As
- Agapanthus inapertus nigrescens
- Black Drooping Lily of the Nile
- Black Drooping Lily-of-the-Nile
- Nigrescens African Lily
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens' plant details
Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer 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 inapertus 'Nigrescens'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rare, rock garden, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 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
By: Gossler Farms
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens'
Gardening facts about Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens' plant
How to Grow Agapanthus inapertus 'Nigrescens'
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
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
See other plant types of Agapanthus for your garden
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
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
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
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
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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