Agapanthus sp. (African Lily) - Image 9

Botanical name: Agapanthus sp.

Common name: African Lily

Family: Amaryllidaceae    (Formerly:Alliaceae / Liliaceae /Amaryllidaceae)

Subfamily: Agapanthoideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time


Learn more about

Agapanthus africanus, Storm Cloud

African Lily. Sky blue funnel-shaped flowers occur in many-flowered cymes on long, erect stems. Agapanthus is originating from Southern Africa. Both deciduous and evergreen, some have thick, strappy leaves and others grass-like foliage. They range from fully hardy to half hardy, with the evergreen varieties generally the most tender.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
4-6" pot