A clump-forming herbaceous perennial with strap-like mid-green leaves and mid-blue double flowers in the summer, some of which do not fully open, creating a balloon effect.
0.5-1 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. In cold areas mulch hardy hybrids in winter. In containers grow in peat-free, loam-based compost. Apply a balanced liquid feed monthly from spring until flowering. For more information see agapanthus cultivation.
Propagate by seed when ripe in autumn or spring and keep seedlings in cold frame overwinter - they will flower in 2-3years or Propagate by division every three to four years in spring
In late autumn remove or tidy up any remaining leaves, but seedheads can be left as they look attractive over winter
May be susceptible to slugs and snails and agapanthus gall midge
May be susceptible to a virus