Overview
Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' is a plant with a clump-forming perennial habit in the genus Agapanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with strap-like leaves foliage. Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders, containers and coastal gardens.
About
Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' is a clump-forming perennial cultivar of the Agapanthus genus, known for its strap-like leaves. It thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for borders, containers, and coastal gardens. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed sowing.
About the genus
Agapanthus is a genus of plants, the only one in the subfamily Agapanthoideae of the family Amaryllidaceae. The subfamily was formerly treated as a separate family, Agapanthaceae. The family is in the monocot order Asparagales.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Agapanthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming perennial
- Foliage
- Strap-like leaves
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer'
- Propagation
- Division, seed sowing
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to agapanthus gall midge
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer'?
Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' need?
Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' hardy in the UK?
Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Agapanthus 'Dorothy Palmer'?
Division, seed sowing.
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