Overview
Agapanthus weillighii of gardens is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Agapanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Agapanthus weillighii 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 weillighii of gardens is a clump-forming cultivar of the Agapanthus genus, known for its deciduous foliage. It thrives best in full sun with a south-facing aspect and benefits from a sheltered position. Preferring neutral, moist but well-drained loam soil, 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 typically done 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 weillighii 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 weillighii 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 weillighii of gardens?
Agapanthus weillighii of gardens prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Agapanthus weillighii of gardens need?
Agapanthus weillighii of gardens grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Agapanthus weillighii of gardens hardy in the UK?
Agapanthus weillighii 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 weillighii of gardens?
Division every 3 to 4 years in spring.
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