Double Diamond Agapanthus

Agapanthus africanus 'RFDD'

Pronunciation: ag-uh-PANTH-us af-ri-KAH-nus
SKU #41882
8-11

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An alluring dwarf form a compact clump of narrow, strap-like, green foliage that gives rise to exquisite round clusters of pure white, double to semi-double flowers in summer. Rarely sets seed pods, resulting in a longer bloom period. Adds tremendous charm to rock gardens and perennial borders. Excellent for containers. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 8 to 12 in. tall and wide

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11

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Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Erosion Control
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitClumping
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Poolside, Ground Cover, Edging
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsPittosporum (Pittosporum); Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea)
Care InstructionsEasily grown in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring; repeat after flowering. Blooms best when undisturbed, but may be divided when overcrowded.
HistoryDouble Diamond was introduced by Jim Holmes of South Africa in 2000, and has been sold in South Africa, Europe, Israel, and now in the United States. It is reportedly a sterile cultivar.
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Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Erosion Control
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitClumping
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Poolside, Ground Cover, Edging
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsPittosporum (Pittosporum); Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea)
Care
Care InstructionsEasily grown in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring; repeat after flowering. Blooms best when undisturbed, but may be divided when overcrowded.
History
HistoryDouble Diamond was introduced by Jim Holmes of South Africa in 2000, and has been sold in South Africa, Europe, Israel, and now in the United States. It is reportedly a sterile cultivar.

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in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.