The Encyclopedia of House Plants

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Agapanthus

Family: Alliaceae.

Common name(s): African blue lily
Agapanthus Genus of about 10 species of perennials, some of them evergreen, from S. Africa. There is no difficulty to grow Agapanthus. Just move it to a frost-free room in winter. There it will need very little water until spring. In spring it should be brought back to a well-lit spot and started into growth by watering and feeding.
Growing conditions Watering and misting Propagation
Average warmth.Keep cool (40-60F) in winter. Choose sunniest spot available. Compost must be kept moist at all times during the growing season. Water sparingly in winter. Misting is not necessary. Divide plants in early spring every 4-5 years. Sow seed at 55-59 F (13-15 C) when ripe or in spring. seedlings will flower in 2-3 years.
Agapanthus africanus Hoffmgg.
Agapanthus africanus Hoffmgg.
Agapanthus umbellatus L'Her (A. africanus Hoffmgg.)
Agapanthus umbellatus L'Her (A. africanus Hoffmgg.)
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