Plants grown as Agapanthus africanus 'Albus' are evergreen perennial with narrow, erect leaves and long-stemmed umbels of white, trumpet-shaped flowers in late summer.
 
Foliage: Deciduous
Habit: Bushy
Hardiness: H3
 
Sunlight
Full Sun
Aspect: South-facing or West-facing or East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil: Sand, Clay, Chalk, Loam
pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
 
Size
Ultimate height: 0.5-1 metres
Ultimate spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height: 2-5 years
 
Additional Notes
Potentially harmful to humans/Pets (dogs, cats): harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
 
Cultivation
Grow in a container of moist but well-drained compost and position in full sun. Water during the growing season and liquid feed monthly from spring to flowering. Over the winter, bring container under cover.
 
Propagation
Propagate by division every 3 to 4 years in spring
 
Suggested planting locations and garden types
Coastal
Gravel garden
Patio and container plants
Mediterranean climate plants
Architectural
Flower borders and beds
Cut flowers
 
Pruning
No need to cut down in the autumn, as the seedheads look attractive over winter
 
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and snails and agapanthus gall midge
 
Diseases
May be susceptible to a virus