| Botanical Name | Agapanthus africanus 'Blue' |
| Description | Often called Lily of the Nile, this perennial is a favorite in the Houston metro area for its reliability. It produces large, rounded clusters of blue flowers on tall stalks above fountain-like green foliage. It is remarkably resilient in local clay soils and tolerates the intense Texas summer heat. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade (Appreciates afternoon shade in Houston) |
| Height x Width | 2-3' H x 2-3' W |
| Water | Moderate; regular watering during bloom season and peak summer heat. |
| Zones | 8 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a general-purpose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer. |
| Pruning | Remove spent flower stalks at the base to encourage health and appearance. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
Since it is first year for them. They did not bloom but made it through the big heat!
| Botanical Name | Agapanthus africanus 'Blue' |
| Description | Often called Lily of the Nile, this perennial is a favorite in the Houston metro area for its reliability. It produces large, rounded clusters of blue flowers on tall stalks above fountain-like green foliage. It is remarkably resilient in local clay soils and tolerates the intense Texas summer heat. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade (Appreciates afternoon shade in Houston) |
| Height x Width | 2-3' H x 2-3' W |
| Water | Moderate; regular watering during bloom season and peak summer heat. |
| Zones | 8 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a general-purpose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer. |
| Pruning | Remove spent flower stalks at the base to encourage health and appearance. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
Since it is first year for them. They did not bloom but made it through the big heat!