Agapanthus praecox Dwarf Blue (seeds)
The Lily of the Nile
Agapanthus praecox has many common names such as common agapanthus, bluelily, African lily, or Lily of the Nile.
African lily can be grown in a wide variety of soils, even in the poorest of them and needs very little water in the summer .
It performvery well in rich, well-drained, humus-rich, with enough water in Spring andSummer .
A. praecox prefers sun although some varieties they bloom in semi-shaded parts
You can easily hybridize, particularly when grown in near places and can produce an incredible range of hybrids.
Species ID
Genus:
Agapanthus
Species:
Agapanthus praecox
Variety:
Agapanthus praecox (Dwarf Blue)
Plant Characteristics
Circle of Life:
Perrenial
Plant Type:
- Bulb
Bulb Type:
Rhizome
Flowering colour:
Smooth blue
Height:
25-30 ek.
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Requirements
Soil Type:
Light , Fertile, Well drained
Soil Acidity:
6,5-7,5
Light Requirements:
Full Sun- Semi-Shade
Water Requirements:
Moderate to High
Toughness:
Resistant to drought. It can not withstand frosts
Usage:
- Cut flowers
- Fit in Pot
- Ornamental
- Rock-Garden