Agapanthus 'Arctic Star' - P9

Description
The African lily 'Arctic Star' (Agapanthus africanus) is an upright perennial that forms white, star-shaped flowers arranged in spikes from June to July. Its glossy, linear leaves are dark green. In a sunny location with well-drained, humus-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 70 cm wide. The African lily 'Arctic Star' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * very beautiful in containers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the African lily 'Arctic Star' are dark green, linear and glossy.

Frost hardiness
The African lily 'Arctic Star' 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 moisture. - 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 'Arctic Star' forms star-shaped, white flowers arranged in spikes from June.

Worth knowing
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Tub, solitary, bee pasture