Overview
Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Agapanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens is a clump-forming cultivar of the Agapanthus genus, belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a deciduous plant that thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. Preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, it is hardy to UK zone H4. This cultivar is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, as well as flower borders and beds. Propagation is best achieved by division every three to four years in spring.
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 umbellatus of gardens size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens
- Propagation
- Division every 3 to 4 years in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails, Agapanthus gall midge
- Disease resistance
- Virus disease
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens?
Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens need?
Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens hardy in the UK?
Agapanthus umbellatus of gardens 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 umbellatus of gardens?
Division every 3 to 4 years in spring.
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