Agapanthus 'Bressingham Blue'

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African lilyPerennial, EvergreenFamily: Agapanthaceae

Flower colour:

Blue

Foliage colour:

Green

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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.

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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

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