Position
Full sun. Performs best in open, sunny positions with good drainage.
Blue Agapanthus praecox - Lily of the Nile, African Lily
A robust, large-growing blue agapanthus with tall flower stems and lush green foliage. Perfect for borders, mass planting, and erosion control across Melbourne gardens.
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Quick Facts
Size
Approx. 60-120cm H × 30-90cm W; tall flower stems with spherical blue blooms.
Water
Low once established; water moderately during flowering season.
Uses
Borders, embankments, mass planting, erosion control, and pots.
Description
Agapanthus praecox 'Blue', also known as Lily of the Nile or African Lily, is a classic garden favourite known for its vigorous growth, lush evergreen foliage, and large blue flower heads that rise above the leaves in summer. With its tolerance for heat, wind, and drought, it performs exceptionally well in Melbourne’s diverse conditions. Ideal for mass planting, roadside landscapes, and low-maintenance gardens, it provides bold colour and structure while helping to stabilise soil and control erosion.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Any well-drained soil; thrives in sandy or loamy ground with good drainage.
- Light: Full sun required for best flowering and strongest growth.
- Watering: Moderate during establishment; low water needs once mature.
- Fertiliser: Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring for lush growth and blooms.
- Maintenance: Remove spent flowers and divide clumps every few years.
- Flowering: Summer-flowering with large clusters of trumpet shaped blue flowers.
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Blue Agapanthus praecox - Lily of the Nile, African Lily
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