Agapanthus africanus 'Blue' - P9

Description
The African lily 'Big Blue' (Agapanthus africanus) is an upright perennial that produces blue, star-shaped flowers arranged in spikes from June to September. Its linear leaves are medium green. In a sunny position with well-drained, humus-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1.5 m and spreads to around 70 cm. The African lily 'Big Blue' is highly frost-hardy.

Bulletpoints
* very beautiful in a tub

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the African lily 'Big Blue' are medium green, linear.

Frost hardiness
The African lily 'Big Blue' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- The plant must be protected from winter damp. - If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!

Flower
Agapanthus africanus 'Big Blue' produces star-shaped, blue flowers arranged in spikes from June onwards.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Tub, solitary