Overview
Agapanthus 'Twister' is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Agapanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Agapanthus 'Twister' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders and containers.
About
Agapanthus 'Twister' is a clump-forming cultivar of the genus Agapanthus, which belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae. This plant can be either deciduous or evergreen and thrives best in full sun with a south-facing aspect and sheltered exposure. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, Agapanthus 'Twister' is suitable for growing in borders or containers and can be propagated by division or seed.
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
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Agapanthus 'Twister' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Agapanthus 'Twister'
- Propagation
- Division, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Agapanthus gall midge, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Virus disease
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Agapanthus 'Twister'?
Agapanthus 'Twister' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Agapanthus 'Twister' need?
Agapanthus 'Twister' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Agapanthus 'Twister' hardy in the UK?
Agapanthus 'Twister' 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 'Twister'?
Division, Seed.
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