Agapanthus 'Emerald Ice' (PBR)
African lily
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This perennial is semi-evergreen so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun
- Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: July to September
- Hardiness: half hardy (will need protection in winter)
This groundbreaking cultivar introduces a unique colour palette to the Agapanthus ‘family’, featuring pale greenish flowers that intensify to a captivating emerald hue at their base. 'Emerald Ice' boasts densely packed umbels, each containing a high number of these distinctive blooms, creating a striking contrast against its bright green, strappy, semi-evergreen foliage. As a water-saving perennial, it thrives in drought-prone spots once established, making it an excellent choice for environmentally conscious gardeners though container grown plants will require supplementary irrigation during dry periods. The plant's resilience extends to pest and disease resistance, while also demonstrating cold hardiness in southern UK regions.
Garden care:
Depending on the location of planting in the UK, African lilies can be semi-evergreen and hold onto their leaves in milder winters, though will typically lose them in colder regions or spells of weather. However, wrapping in a double layer of horticultural fleece and mulching around the base can safeguard the roots. Keep well-watered during the growing season, applying a balanced liquid fertiliser each month from spring until the plant flowers. Towards the end of September ease back on the watering and feeding of plants in containers to allow the foliage to toughen up. Grow plants in rich fertile, well drained soil, in a sunny position. When growing Agapanthus in patio containers use a soil based compost, such as John Innes No.3.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten