Agapanthus inapertus subsp. pendulus 'All Gold'

Herbaceous Perennial

A clump-forming, evergreen, herbaceous perennial with arching, strap-like bright golden-yellow foliage which remains true to colour throughout the spring, summer and autumn. Heads of tubular-shaped, dark blue flowers appear from summer through to the autumn. This plant was shortlisted for the Plant Heritage Threatened Plant of the Year 2025

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Amaryllidaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Potentially harmful
Humans/Pets (dogs, cats): harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus
Agapanthus are clump-forming perennials with narrowly strap-shaped leaves, evergreen in some species, and erect stems bearing umbels of funnel-shaped blue or white flowers
Name Status
Unresolved

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or grow in a container. In cold areas, mulch well overwinter and take containers under cover. See agapanthus cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by division every three to four years in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Coastal
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Sub-tropical
  • Cut flowers
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

No pruning required. Seed heads are attractive in the winter

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails and agapanthus gall midge

Diseases

May be susceptible to a virus