Agapanthus campanulatus is deciduous, growing in spring/summer and dormant during winter. It is a clump-forming perennial, growing 0.4 to 1 m tall. The slender, glossy green or greyish-green strap-like leaves narrow to a distinct purplish stem-like base, and it produces 6-12 leaves per plant.
Agapanthus Campanulatus Care
Agapanthus Campanulatus
Other names: Bell Agapanthus, Bloulelie (afr.), Ugebeleweni (xhosa), Ubani (zulu), Leta-laphofu (south Sotho), African Lily
What is the plant
Invasive in South Africa.
humidity
Normal
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
6 - 9
difficulty
Medium
hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water regularly.
Fertilizer
Agapanthus appreciate a high potash feed to encourage flowers – specialist agapanthus feeds are available. Start feeding from mid-March and continue every two to three weeks until mid-September.
Sunlight
Agapanthus thrive in full sun and need 6-8 hours of sunlight each day. However, they do better in partial shade in hot climate areas.
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Soil
Agapanthus grow best in well-drained soil.
Temperature
Evergreen Agapanthus should be brought inside and kept in a very bright location with temperatures in the 55-60°F range (12-15°C). During the winter, water lightly.
Additional
All parts of the plant are poisonous, especially the rhizome or root, leaves and sap.
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