Overview

Agapanthus 'Arctic Star' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Agapanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Agapanthus 'Arctic Star' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is drought resistant.

About

Agapanthus 'Arctic Star' (African lily 'Arctic Star') is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Amaryllidaceae family. It grows to between 0.5 and 1 metre in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun, ideally on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects. It prefers moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, and tolerates a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Notably drought resistant, it provides interest in both summer and winter seasons.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Agapanthus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

Plant details

Agapanthus 'Arctic Star' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

0.5-1 metres

Spread

0.5-1 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Frequently asked questions

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