Agapanthus praecox ssp.orientalis 'Albus

 + Add

White Lily of the Nile

  
Plant photo of: Agapanthus praecox ssp.orientalis 'Albus
Previous Photo      Next Photo
Information by:         Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

Many stems on this evergreen perennial bear clusters of white flowers that are borne on stems 2' above the clusters of green, strappy leaves. It seems to bloom more when crowded. Agapanthus varieties may cause dermatitis.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.