Agapanthus 'Lavender Haze' (African Lily)

£8.99

Position: full sun
Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained soil (or John Innes no. 3 compost for containers)
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: August
Flower colour: lavender
Other features: excellent as cut flowers
Hardiness: half hardy
The stiff flower stems are held above dark green, strap-like leaves that form attractive clumps. The flowers can grow up to 30cm in diameter when established and are a lovely lavender-blue colour. This African lily is invaluable for providing late summer interest in a sunny, well-drained border or large patio pot. Where temperatures fall below zero, container grown specimens should be overwintered in a frost free place.Garden care: Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly from spring until flowering. Divide plants in spring.

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