Agapanthus 'Summer Gold'
Summer Gold Lily of the Nile
Description
Agapanthus is an evergreen shrub that has strap-like leaves that grow up to 15" tall. The medium blue flowers are on stems that can extend up to 48" tall. 'Summer Gold' has bright variegated leaves. It looks beautiful in pots.
Plant Type
Perennial, Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Seascape, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.