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Lily of the Nile
Agapanthus africanus

Fleshy, linear green leaves. Blue to purple (occasionally white). funnel-shaped flowers bloom above the foliage on stiff stalks. Blooms late spring to early fall. Does best with some shade and organic surface mulch in our area. Excellent near pools and a very good container plant.

  • Plant type: Perennial
  • Maintenance level: Medium
  • Water requirement: Medium
  • Sun exposure: Part Sun, Morning Sun
  • Height range: 2–3 Feet
  • Width range: 2–4 Feet
  • Growth rate: Medium
  • Seasonal habit: Evergreen
  • Flower color: Blue, White, Purple
  • Flower season: Spring, Summer, Autumn
  • General foliage color: Green
  • Design style: Pool Friendly, Patio Plant
  • Hardiness cold tolerance: 10 °F
  • Soil preference: Loam, Well Drained, Rich
  • Canopy value: 7 ft²
  • Native location: South Africa
  • PH preference: Neutral
  • Sunset zones: 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
  • USDA hardiness zone: 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a

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