Baby Pete™ Lily Of The Nile
Agapanthus orientalis 'Benfran' P.P. #21,705
Exceptional selection blooms weeks earlier than other varieties. With shorter, wider leaves, this dwarf, compact form produces masses of attractive blue flowers held just above the foliage. Flowers rarely set seed pods, resulting in a longer season of color. Plant along pathways, group at an entry or use in mixed containers. Perennial.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | ag-a-PANTH-us or-ee-en-TAY-liss |
| Key feature: | Dwarf Habit |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Garden styles: | Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 8 - 11 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Sunset climate zones: | 4 - 9, 12 - 31 |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Watering may be reduced after establishment. |
| Average landscape size: | Reaches 12 - 15 in. tall, 18 - 24 in. wide; flower stems to 6 - 8 in. above foliage. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Compact |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Landscape uses: | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Green Roof, Mass Planting |
| Flower color: | Blue |
| Blooms: | Mid spring to summer. |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 9957 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Remove old flower stalks for a neat appearance and to encourage repeat bloom. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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Baby Pete is a new dwarf variety of Agapanthus, or Lily of the Nile. It...
Exceptional selection blooms weeks earlier than other varieties. With shorter, wider leaves, this dwarf, compact form produces masses of attractive blue flowers held just above the foliage. Flowers rarely set seed pods, resulting in a longer season of color. Plant along pathways, group at an entry or use in mixed containers. Perennial.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Remove old flower stalks for a neat appearance and to encourage repeat bloom. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | ag-a-PANTH-us or-ee-en-TAY-liss |
| Key feature: | Dwarf Habit |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Garden styles: | Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 8 - 11 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Sunset climate zones: | 4 - 9, 12 - 31 |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Watering may be reduced after establishment. |
| Average landscape size: | Reaches 12 - 15 in. tall, 18 - 24 in. wide; flower stems to 6 - 8 in. above foliage. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Compact |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Landscape uses: | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Green Roof, Mass Planting |
| Flower color: | Blue |
| Blooms: | Mid spring to summer. |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 9957 |
