Blue Agapanthus
Agapanthus are sometimes referred to as, "Lily of the Nile,' and they were introduced into Australia from South Africa. The genus means, "Flower of Love,' from the Greek name, Agape; Agape means Love, Anthos means Flower. They are the only genus in the subfamily, Agapanthoideae. Agapanthus are characterized by their long, fleshly leaves, their tall stems which bear the heads of bell-shaped flowers. They are available in shades of blue, purple or white and are herbaceous perennials and bloom mainly in summer.
They survive really well in the often harsh, Australian environment yet their foliage is lush and green with a delicate and attractive appearance. Agapanthus plants are popular with gardeners due to their low maintenance and they create wonderful borders and features in gardens with their flowery balls suspended high on their sturdy stems.
Agapanthus are traditionally blue or white in colour but many interesting varieties are now available. These plants love full sun but will tolerate shade as well but the flowers are less prolific if grown in shady areas. They are not fussy about the soil conditions but favour free draining soil. Not only do they look good in the garden, they also provide a colourful display in pots or as cut flowers in a vase.
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