Agapanthus orientalis White - White Lily of the Nile

• Mature size: 50cm-1m tall/wide.
• Recommended spacing: 40-60cm apart.
• Ideal growing conditions: Full sun - part shade, filtered light.
• Growth rate: Moderate. 

 

Uses 

Pot/container plant, patio/verandah plant, small gardens, wildflower/cottage garden, coastal, ground cover, understory planting, shaded courtyard, garden filler, mass plantings, lining driveways/pathways, borders/edges, erosion control/bank stability, retaining wall, low maintenance landscapes.

Noteworthy

Hardy evergreen, low maintenance, attracts pollinators with its abundant white flowers; long flowering season; attractive structural form that adds classic elegance to landscapes.

Tolerant

Heat, humidity and coastal conditions; adapts to a range of well-drained soils and is drought tolerant once established.

Colour/Growth form

Clumping evergreen plant with strappy green foliage. In season, tall stems produce large clusters of pure white, star-shaped flowers that rise above the foliage, creating a striking floral display.

What is Agapanthus orientalis White?

Agapanthus orientalis ‘White’ is a classic ornamental plant grown for its showy white blooms and architectural form. Its strong vertical flower stems and tidy clumping habit make it an enduring choice for adding structure and seasonal colour to garden beds, borders and container displays. Agapanthus are a great alternative to Clivias for Queensland climates.

How to care for Agapanthus orientalis White 

Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny to partly shaded location. Water regularly during active growth and flowering, then reduce watering in cooler months; deadhead spent flowers to maintain tidy appearance and encourage further blooms.