Urban Gardens

Agapanthus or Lily-of-the-Nile or the African lily plant

Agapanthus can be grown in tropical and subtropical climates. They should be planted with care in too hot or cold climates.

Growing condition

·       Agapanthus plant needs a well-drained soil. They are drought tolerant. Yellow leaf tips indicate waterlogged conditions.

·       Agapanthus grows best in a moderately fertile soil. A soil that is too rich will promote soft lush growth that is prone to winter damage.

·       The Other requirement is a warm, sheltered position in full sun for most of the day.In a hot climate area, Agapanthus will do better in partial shade.

·       Plant the Agapanthus rhizomes one inch (2.5 cm) deep and space 24 inches (60 cm) apart.

·       Keep plants well watered during the growing season to ensure success.

·       Care

·        Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system.

·       Water the Agapanthus when the top of the soil is dry.

·       In temperate climate Agapanthus plants should be placed in full Sun.

·       For a neat appearance, remove old Agapanthus foliage before new leaves emerge.

·       Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.

Problems

·       Agapanthus have few problems, although frost damage is a common issue in cold winters, even for the more hardy types. 

·       Agapanthus can be shy to flower if subjected to drought conditions following flowering.

·       To ensure a good display next year, keep plants moist until autumn after flowers start to fade, which will encourage the development of new flower buds.

·       There is a common misconception that agapanthus flowers better when pot-bound. Although they like to be cosy in the pot, flowering poorly when overpotted or over-divided, they also flower poorly when excessively pot-bound. Try repotting, plus watering and feeding in spring, to improve flowering.

·       Too much shade, cold weather and lack of winter protection are also common reasons for agapanthus to fail to flower.

·       Too much winter warmth may lead to early flowering, but the flower quality will be poor.

·       Agapanthus can be grown in tropical and subtropical climates. They should be planted with care in too hot or cold climates.

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• Item Code: Lily
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• Item Code: Lily2
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• Item Code: lily3
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