Agapanthus, Dwarf Blue Lily of the Nile, African Lily 'Peter Pan Blue'

Agapanthus

Family
Amaryllidaceae (am-uh-ril-id-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Agapanthus (ag-uh-PANTH-us)
Synonym
Agapanthus africanus
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Sun Exposure
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Danger
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Full Sun
Fruit Shape
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Fruit Size
Light Blue
Fruit Colors
Mid Summer
Growing Habit
Evergreen
Smooth
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
By dividing the rootball
Disease Resistance
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Perennials
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Golden Valley, Arizona

Scottsdale, Arizona

Tucson, Arizona

Amesti, California

Anderson, California

August, California

Beale AFB, California

Camarillo, California

Corralitos, California

Elkhorn, California

Glen Avon, California

Interlaken, California

Long Beach, California

Moraga, California

Pajaro, California

Palo Alto, California

Pedley, California

Perris, California

Rancho Cucamonga, California

Rubidoux, California

San Diego, California

Santa Rosa, California

Sunnyslope, California

Watsonville, California

West Covina, California

Fort White, Florida

Jacksonville, Florida

Miccosukee Cpo, Florida

Sarasota, Florida

Umatilla, Florida

Loganville, Georgia

Royston, Georgia

Stone Mountain, Georgia

Aiea, Hawaii

Baton Rouge, Louisiana(2 reports)

Youngsville, Louisiana

Nantucket, Massachusetts

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Jamestown, North Carolina

Cornelius, Oregon

Conway, South Carolina

North Augusta, South Carolina

Sumter, South Carolina

Knoxville, Tennessee

Austin, Texas

Bryan, Texas

College Station, Texas

New Braunfels, Texas

Point Comfort, Texas

Rowlett, Texas

San Antonio, Texas

Spring, Texas(2 reports)

Willis, Texas

Suffolk, Virginia

Kalama, Washington

Kendall, Washington

Maple Falls, Washington

Puyallup, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

4
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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Santa Rosa, CA (Zone 9b) | June 2016 | positive

These are the best little agapanthus to stick in hard-to-water spots where you just need SOMETHING to fill the empty gap. Unfortunately, ...Read More

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Beale AFB, CA | July 2006 | positive

This plant is wonderful. It compliments pink mophead Hydrangeas beautifully. It does need to be thinned out every few years and will re...Read More

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Mariposa, CA | September 2004 | neutral

Beautiful plant the first year. Large, healthy, many blooms. Second year, no flowers, minimum growth.

P
(Zone 8b) | September 2004 | positive

A wonderful little plant that is very hardy. Great blue agapanthus flowers appear in summer. Drought tolerant. pokerboy.

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Prosperity, SC (Zone 7b) | May 2004 | neutral

I have just added this plant to my garden I am going to wait until It establishes itself a bit before I post a pic, but if it grows as we...Read More

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Puyallup, WA (Zone 5a) | November 2003 | positive

Edgewood, Washington
This is the tough little agapanthus that is evergreen and has survived winters here down into the teens (F). ...Read More

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