An deciduous clump-forming herbaceous perennial. Strap shaped mid-green leaves. Sturdy stems of panicles of trumpet shaped flowers. Pale purple with mid purple midrib, down the centre of each petal
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. In cold areas mulch in winter. In containers, grow in peat-free, loam-based compost. See agapanthus cultivation
Sow seed when ripe or in spring, keep in cold frame whilst small and protect in winter. Divide clumps in Spring every two-three years
Cut back in autumn as foliage goes brown. Cut back flower spikes as they go over, unless you want to keep seedheads for winter interest
Maybe susceptible to agapanthus gall midge, slugs and snails
Maybe susceptible to virus diseases