Agapanthus 'Lily of the Nile' (3 bulbs)

Known for its large, blue drumstick-headed flowers in summer, a pack of 3 Agapanthus 'Lily of the Nile' bulbs produce flamboyant and exotic-looking blooms that are impossible not to love. Appearing throughout summer from July to August, the flowers grow on stiff upright stalks of around 90cm/36", above clumps of beautiful, long, shiny leaves.

Included in this mix of three Agapanthus bulbs are:

• 2 x Agapanthus Blue Triumphator which produces vibrant trumpet-shaped blue to violet blue blooms
• 1 x Agapanthus Alba which grows showy, sparkling white flowers that contrast beautifully with the strap-like green leaves.

Easy to grow, pest and disease free, these flowers look magnificent planted in borders and large containers. They look particularly striking planted with drifts of ornamental grasses or sun-loving Rudbeckias for a contrasting, colour-filled display.

Plant between March and May, in a position of full sun. Agapanthus thrive in well drained soil with a good amount of humus however a rich potting soil should be used when planting in outdoor containers or pots.

Provide moisture during growth, reduce water in autumn and apply mulch for winter protection. Place containers and pots indoors and keep them almost dry and frost-free.

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 3 bulbs
• 2 x Agapanthus Blue Triumphator (Blue)
• 1 x Agapanthus Alba (White)
• Flower colours: Blue and white
• Flowering months: July, August
• Flowering height: 90cm/36"
• Hardiness: Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK
• When to plant: March, April, May
• Planting depth: 15cm/6"
• Bulb spacing: 25cm/10"
• Soil type: Well-drained soil with good amount of humus (rich potting soil to be used when planting in outdoor containers or pots)
• Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
• Sunlight: Full sun