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Agapanthus caulescens subsp. angustifolius (Narrow-leaved African lily)
1 hour care
per year
per year
1.2m
Max height
Max height
0.6m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Agapanthus caulescens subsp. angustifolius
Other names
Narrow-leaved African lily, Agapanthus angustifolia
Genus
Agapanthus Agapanthus
Species
A. caulescens subsp. angustifolius - A. caulescens subsp. angustifolius is a clump-forming, half-hardy, deciduous perennial with upright, narrowly strap-shaped, grey-green leaves and open, rounded umbels of bell-shaped, violet-blue flowers from midsummer to early autumn.
Agapanthus caulescens subsp. angustifolius is: Deciduous
Habit
Clump-forming, Erect flower stem
Flower
Violet, Blue in Summer; Violet, Blue in Autumn
Foliage
Grey-green in Spring; Grey-green in Summer; Grey-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest free.
Specific pests
Diseases
Generally disease free, but a virus disease may be a problem.
General care
Pruning
Spent flower stems can be cut in autumn or leave seedheads intact for winter interest. Cut back untidy foliage in spring. Divide every 3-4 years in spring.
Propagation
Propagate by division every 3 to 4 years in spring. Sow seed at 13-15C in spring.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Agapanthus caulescens subsp. angustifolius (Narrow-leaved African lily) will reach a height of 1.2m and a spread of 0.6m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Beds and borders, Bees (attract & feed bees), Coastal, Containers, Flower Arranging, Mediterranean, Sub-Tropical
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Suitable for growing in a container, especially in areas with cold, wet winters. Apply a deep winter mulch in cold areas. Avoid excessive winter wet.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
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Botanical name
Agapanthus caulescens subsp. angustifolius
Other names
Narrow-leaved African lily, Agapanthus angustifolia
Genus
Agapanthus Agapanthus
Species
A. caulescens subsp. angustifolius - A. caulescens subsp. angustifolius is a clump-forming, half-hardy, deciduous perennial with upright, narrowly strap-shaped, grey-green leaves and open, rounded umbels of bell-shaped, violet-blue flowers from midsummer to early autumn.
Native to
South Africa
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump-forming, Erect flower stem
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Colour
Flower
Violet, Blue in Summer; Violet, Blue in Autumn
Foliage
Grey-green in Spring; Grey-green in Summer; Grey-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest free.
Specific pests
Diseases
Generally disease free, but a virus disease may be a problem.
General care
Pruning
Spent flower stems can be cut in autumn or leave seedheads intact for winter interest. Cut back untidy foliage in spring. Divide every 3-4 years in spring.
Propagation
Propagate by division every 3 to 4 years in spring. Sow seed at 13-15C in spring.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Agapanthus caulescens subsp. angustifolius (Narrow-leaved African lily) will reach a height of 1.2m and a spread of 0.6m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Beds and borders, Bees (attract & feed bees), Coastal, Containers, Flower Arranging, Mediterranean, Sub-Tropical
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Suitable for growing in a container, especially in areas with cold, wet winters. Apply a deep winter mulch in cold areas. Avoid excessive winter wet.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
USDA zones
Zone 11, Zone 10, Zone 9, Zone 8
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