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Sun Stripe® Agapanthus
Agapanthus africanus 'MonKageyama'
Pronunciation: ag-uh-PANTH-us af-ri-KAH-nus
SKU #03528
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches up to 20 in. tall, 24 in. wide.
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| Description | Unique foliage that is exceptionally broad, strap-like, and variegated with green and cream marbling and a wide, soft yellow margin. Produces occasional light blue flower clusters on tall stalks in summer. Makes a bold, colorful statement in containers and perennial borders. Discovered by F.K. Nursery in southern California. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Pittosporum (Pittosporum); Iris (Iris); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Pinks (Dianthus); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring; repeat after flowering. Blooms best when undisturbed, but may be divided when overcrowded. |
Details
| Description | Unique foliage that is exceptionally broad, strap-like, and variegated with green and cream marbling and a wide, soft yellow margin. Produces occasional light blue flower clusters on tall stalks in summer. Makes a bold, colorful statement in containers and perennial borders. Discovered by F.K. Nursery in southern California. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
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| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Pittosporum (Pittosporum); Iris (Iris); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Pinks (Dianthus); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring; repeat after flowering. Blooms best when undisturbed, but may be divided when overcrowded. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sun Stripe® Agapanthus produce flowers?
Summer
Is Sun Stripe® Agapanthus evergreen or deciduous?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sun Stripe® Agapanthus?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Sun Stripe® Agapanthus resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control
How fast does Sun Stripe® Agapanthus grow?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Sun Stripe® Agapanthus?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Sun Stripe® Agapanthus in my landscape?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus is suitable for: Border, Container, Poolside.
What color are Sun Stripe® Agapanthus flowers?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sun Stripe® Agapanthus?
Sun Stripe® Agapanthus has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Sun Stripe® Agapanthus?
Good companion plants for Sun Stripe® Agapanthus include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Pittosporum (Pittosporum); Iris (Iris); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Pinks (Dianthus); Coral Bells (Heuchera).
How do I care for Sun Stripe® Agapanthus?
Easily grown in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring; repeat after flowering. Blooms best when undisturbed, but may be divided when overcrowded.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. 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.