Agapanthus is a genus of 10 species and all make wonderful garden and container plants. They are hardy, can handle cold climates and require very little attention. They require full sun, prefer a humus-rich slightly acid soil but grow well in most conditions. With no encouragement they flower reliably each year and their tall stems make for good cut flowers.
| Name |
Agapanthus campanulatus |
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| Common name |
Bell Agapanthus |
| African name |
ugebeleweni (x) |
| D/E |
deciduous |
| Rainfall |
summer |
| Height |
80cm |
| Light requirements |
ss |
| Flowers |
December |
| Medicinal uses |
Used traditionally as a protective charm |
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| Name |
Agapanthus inapertus |
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| Common name |
Drooping Agapanthus |
| African name |
hlakahla (Sw) |
| D/E |
deciduous |
| Rainfall |
summer |
| Height |
1.5m |
| Light requirements |
ss |
| Flowers |
January |
| Medicinal uses |
Used traditionally as a protective charm |
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| Name |
Agapanthus praecox |
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| Common name |
Common Agapanthus |
| African name |
hlakahla (Sw) |
| D/E |
deciduous |
| Rainfall |
summer |
| Height |
1.5m |
| Light requirements |
ss |
| Flowers |
January |
| Medicinal uses |
Used traditionally to ensure easy birth
and healthy children, an aphrodisiac
and for protective charms |
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Agapanthus
