Agapanthus Royal Velvet | 9cm Pot

A sun-loving perennial African lily with globes of deep purple-veined flowers. Position: full sun Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained soil (or John Innes no. 3 compost for containers) Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to August Hardiness: half hardy (will need protection from frost in winter) One of the hardier, deciduous types, this stately agapanthus produces really luscious, royal purple bells, with a near-black stripe along the length of each petal. They open from inky buds that form in loose, open clusters at the top of the sturdy upright stems. A sublime addition to the patio, it also looks great when planted en-masse along the length of a pathway. Garden care: 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. In cold, exposed areas protect the crown of the plant with a deep, dry winter mulch.