Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Agapanthus are sun-loving plants from South Africa. They have strap-like leaves, from which large, showy flowers appear on sturdy leafless stems, in shades of blue, violet or white. They're ideal for growing in containers, and are though to flower more prolifically if their roots are constricted in pots.

Agapanthus 'Bressingham Blue' is a cultivar derived from the popular 'Headbourne Hybrids' agapanthus. It has striking dark amythest-blue flowers. For best results grow in a sheltered, sunny spot, in moist but well-drained soil. In exposed areas Agapanthus 'Bressingham Blue' benefits from winter protection. Alternatively, grow it in pots and move indoors in autumn.

Plant calendar

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Agapanthus ‘Bressingham blue’ and wildlife

Agapanthus ‘Bressingham blue’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Agapanthus ‘Bressingham blue’ poisonous?

Agapanthus ‘Bressingham blue’ is harmful if ingested. Its roots are toxic.

Toxic to:
Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract People
People
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Plants that go well with Agapanthus 'Bressingham Blue'
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