Agapanthus Nana Blue "African Lilly" 2Liter

Agapanthus Nana Blue

(Dwarf Blue Agapanthus / African Lily)

Product Description

Agapanthus Nana Blue is a compact, dwarf variety of the popular African Lily, producing clusters of rich blue, trumpet-shaped flowers on short, sturdy stems above neat green foliage. Its smaller size makes it ideal for containers, edging, small gardens, mass plantings, and low borders. Indigenous to Southern Africa, this variety is hardy, water-wise, and easy to grow, making it a favourite for both residential and commercial landscapes.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 30–50 cm (including flower stems)
• Width: ± 40–50 cm
• Forms tidy, clump-forming plants that spread slowly over time.

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade
  • Full sun encourages best flowering.
• Soil: Well-drained soil; adapts to sandy, loamy, or clay soils
• Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Climate: Suitable for most South African climates
  • Frost tolerant; foliage may die back in cold regions and reshoot in spring.
• Feeding: Light feeding in spring and summer improves flowering.
• Maintenance: Low; remove spent flower heads and divide clumps every 3–5 years.

Common Pests & Diseases

Generally very resistant. Occasionally affected by:

• Snails and slugs (especially on new growth)
• Aphids on flower stems
• Root rot if soil drainage is poor

Toxicity to Animals

• Mildly toxic to pets and livestock if ingested
• Sap may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals
  Recommended to plant out of reach of pets that chew plants.

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring and autumn
• Flowering Season: Late spring to summer
• Active Growth: Spring and summer
• Winter: Evergreen in mild climates; semi-deciduous in colder areas.