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White Agapanthus
Agapanthus africanus 'Albus'
Pronunciation: ag-uh-PANTH-us af-ri-KAH-nus AL-bus
SKU #00170
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 1½ ft. tall and wide; flower stalks reach 2½ ft. tall.
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| Description | Lovely clusters of bell-like white flowers on tall, upright stalks that rise above clumping, narrow, strap-like, green leaves. Occasionally reblooms, if spent flower stems are promptly removed. A good container plant in colder areas or perennial color accent in outdoor beds where winters are milder. |
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| Bloom Time | Midsummer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | 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, Edging |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea); Mullein (Verbascum) |
| 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 | Lovely clusters of bell-like white flowers on tall, upright stalks that rise above clumping, narrow, strap-like, green leaves. Occasionally reblooms, if spent flower stems are promptly removed. A good container plant in colder areas or perennial color accent in outdoor beds where winters are milder. |
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| Bloom Time | Midsummer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | 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, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea); Mullein (Verbascum) |
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 White Agapanthus produce flowers?
Midsummer
Is White Agapanthus evergreen or deciduous?
White Agapanthus is Evergreen.
What are the special features of White Agapanthus?
White Agapanthus is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is White Agapanthus resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control
How fast does White Agapanthus grow?
White Agapanthus has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of White Agapanthus?
White Agapanthus grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use White Agapanthus in my landscape?
White Agapanthus is suitable for: Border, Container, Poolside, Edging.
What color are White Agapanthus flowers?
White Agapanthus produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of White Agapanthus?
White Agapanthus has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with White Agapanthus?
Good companion plants for White Agapanthus include: Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea); Mullein (Verbascum).
How do I care for White 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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