Overview
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' 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 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Agapanthus 'Black Magic' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
About
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' (African lily 'Black Magic') is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered exposure. It adapts well to chalk, loam, or sand soils across a range of pH levels, favouring moist but well-drained to well-drained conditions. It is of interest throughout spring, summer, and winter.
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, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Agapanthus 'Black Magic'?
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Agapanthus 'Black Magic' need?
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Agapanthus 'Black Magic' grow?
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
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