African lily Agapanthus africanus (L.) Hoffmanns.

ABOUT
Plants grown as A. africanus are evergreen perennials with strap-shaped leaves and erect stems to 0.8m, bearing umbels of deep blue, trumpet-shaped flowers in summer
About this plant
Names
Family
Agapanthaceae
Synonyms
African lily blue African lily Egyptian lily lily of the Nile see more
Common names
Agapanthus minor, Agapanthus africanus
Characteristics
Foliage type
Evergreen
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H3
Light
Full Sun
Pruning
No need to cut down in the autumn, as the seedheads look attractive over winter
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Wall-side Borders Flower borders and beds Coastal Patio & Container Plants Mediterranean Climate Plants City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden
Propogation
Propagate by division every 3 to 4 years in spring
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
Generally disease free, but a virus disease may be a problem