Are there different types of agapanthus?

African lily
Blue lilyAgapanthus inapertus
Lily of the Nile/Lower classifications

Which is the bluest agapanthus?

Agapanthus ‘Midnight Star’ ‘Midnight Star’ is one of the best dark blue varieties, with flowers around 12cm across. It reaches about 60cm high and is deciduous and very hardy.

Is there a pink agapanthus?

Pink agapanthus is a fast-growing, clumping perennial with narrow, garlic-scented leaves and large umbels of fragrant lilac flowers in summer and early fall. It grows to 2 feet tall. Leaves can be used in soups and salads.

Which is the most hardy agapanthus?

Agapanthus sp. ‘Cold Hardy White’ is one of the most attractive hardy agapanthus varieties. This deciduous plant produces big clusters of showy white blooms in mid-summer.

Is there a red agapanthus?

Armeria Kai Hybrid Red is an extremely hardy compact evergreen perennial plant growing to approximately 15cm that produces spectacularly bright red flowers on elegant dwarf agapanthus-like spikes approximately 30 – 35cm tall.

What is the darkest blue agapanthus?

Black Buddhist
One of the darkest African Lilies, Agapanthus ‘Black Buddhist’ is a compact perennial with large rounded clusters packed with dark blue, trumpet-shaped flowers, each adorned with a dark stripe down the center of the petals.

Can you get red agapanthus?

Whilst most agapanthus varieties provide great colour, unfortunately pink and red flowering varieties are not available.

What Colours does agapanthus come in?

The most common and popular flower color of agapanthus is blue (actually they come in several shades of the color, with most being light or medium blue with streaks of deeper blue down the petals). Agapanthus can also be found in white, and a few varieties have both white and blue in the same flowers.

Can you change the Colour of agapanthus?

Another myth about agapanthus is the belief they change colour from blue to white or vice versa. They do not actually change colour, but as the seeds germinate under the mother plant, seedling variation means these new plants could be white or blue. Prune the finished heads to stop the seed from forming.

Why have my blue agapanthus turned white?

Whilst the holders of the National Collection of Agapanthus say it is likely that a “spontaneous mutation” causes the change – i.e. nature just “getting it wrong”, RHS scientists elaborate on this and believe that environmental factors (general growing conditions, sudden heat or cold – but not soil pH in this case) are …

Should I cut dead flowers off agapanthus?

Should I Trim Agapanthus? Agapanthus is a nearly indestructible, summer-blooming plant that will likely survive even without regular maintenance. However, dedicating a few minutes to deadheading, trimming and cutting back agapanthus will pay off with healthier plants and bigger, more impressive blooms.

How do I collect agapanthus seeds?

Harvesting Seeds of Agapanthus Once you have removed the agapanthus seed pods from the plant, place them in a paper bag and store them in a dry location until the pods split open. Remove the seeds from the split pods. Place the seeds in a sealed container and store them in a cool, dry place until spring.

Should you cut off agapanthus seed heads?

Do I cut my agapanthus plant back in winter?

Outdoor Care of Agapanthus in Winter Cut back deciduous foliage when it dies and mulch over the plant to a depth of at least 3 inches. Pull the mulch away a bit in spring to allow the new growth to push through. Evergreen plants will need occasional water during the winter months if you live in a dry region.

Do slugs eat agapanthus?

They include Agapanthus, Bergenia, Eryngium and Antirrhinum; plants with toxic sap such as Euphorbia; most ferns; hardy geranium, Hemerocallis; Digitalis; Salvia, Sedum and Scabious. There are also companion plants which might even help to deter slugs.

What animal eats agapanthus?

Slugs and snails hide underneath foliage or mulch during the day and come out at night to eat. They leave ragged edges on the leaves of Agapanthus and if left uncontrolled, will eat the plant to the ground. There are several ways to control slugs and snails. Use a light at night to find and pick them off plants.

How often should you water agapanthus?

Although agapanthus are drought-tolerant you’ll still need to water your pots at least a couple of times a week through the summer. They’ll also benefit from a high-potash liquid feed once a week to promote good flower development.

Will slugs eat Agapanthus?

Its blooms are popular with bees and other pollinators. Its leaves are extremely water-resistant and, while they’re a popular foodplant of the large and small white butterflies, they won’t be eaten by slugs and snails.

Where is the best place to plant Agapanthus?

full sun
The ideal growing condition for Agapanthus is a sheltered spot in full sun with good soil, which is not too dry and drains well. Even though Agapanthus like moisture retentive soil, perversely they will establish well in containers.

What are the different varieties of Agapanthus orientalis?

There are several varieties of Agapanthus Orientalis. Albus is one of the white flowering types. As its name suggests, Blue Ice produces blue blooms. Flore Pleno is a double form.

How many flowers does AG Agapanthus have?

Agapanthus, aka lily of the Nile, provides a glorious display of color in borders and beds. The blooms grow off a central stalk that ends in an umbel containing about 20-30 tube-shaped flowers. The umbel is between four and eight inches wide, depending on the cultivar.

What are the best dwarf Agapanthus plants?

This dwarf agapanthus has small clumps of evergreen foliage with deep blue flower clusters that reach up to 18 inches in height. It is a tidy plant that can be used near swimming pools. ‘Tinkerbell’ is another dwarf option featuring variegated foliage. Courtesy of Plant Delights Nursery, Inc.

Where can I buy Agapanthus online?

WHERE TO BUY AGAPANTHUS. Aside from local nurseries, here is a list of places to order agapanthus plants online: Brent and Becky’s Bulbs Burpee Easy to Grow Bulbs Far Reaches Farm Lazy S’S Farm Nursery Monrovia Plant Delights Nursery, Inc. Santa Rosa Gardens