African Lily - Agapanthus africanus from Sloat Gardens

Agapanthus africanus

African Lily
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Agapanthus africanus, commonly called lily-of-the-Nile, is native to South Africa (not the Nile River as the misleading common name suggests).

  • »  Excellent container plant
  • »  Blooms from late spring into summer
  • »  Attracts birds & butterflies

Genus name comes from the Greek words agape meaning love and anthos meaning flower.

Use Sloat Planting Mix and EB Stone Sure Start when planting. Apply Sluggo as a safe way to control slugs and snails.

Height
2 - 3 Feet
Spread
3 - 4 Feet
Color
Multi-Color
Categories
Bulb
Tags
Attracts ButterfliesAttracts Humming-birdsContainerHeat TolerantFull SunPartial Sun