Agapanthus africanus Twister
You can?t control your feet when you lay your eyes on Agapanthus africanus Twister! Abundant flowering is what characterizes Twister. This new Agapanthus blooms with striking, bicolored flowers which change from blue at the throat to white on the petals? edges. This combination of rich flowering and its fresh colour give this beauty an energetic and cheerful appearance. Twister also stands out because of its compact habit.
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Informazioni su questa pianta
Agapanthus
African lilies (Agapanthus) are clump-forming perennials from southern Africa that grow from fleshy rhizomes. Above a tuft of strap-shaped leaves, sturdy leafless stems carry rounded umbels of trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of blue, violet or white in summer. Gardeners value them for their graphic, long-lasting display and easy culture.
Agapanthus africanus
Agapanthus africanus is an evergreen species from the Cape region of South Africa. It forms a dense mound of narrow, glossy leaves above which rounded heads of intense blue flowers appear on stiff stems in mid to late summer. White-flowered forms also exist.
Esposizione e terreno
This species needs full sun, warmth and shelter, in a light, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic tendency. It is only half-hardy and suffers once temperatures drop to around -6 to -8 °C, so in Belgium it is best grown in a pot that can be moved under cover in winter.
Potatura e cura
Remove faded flower stems at the base. In pots, keep the compost moist during the growing season and feed moderately; plants flower most freely when their roots fill the container. Before the first frosts, move pots to a bright, frost-free place and water only sparingly until spring.
Utilizzo in giardino
An elegant choice for terraces, patios and large containers, and for borders in mild coastal areas. It combines well with other blue, white or mauve perennials and with exotic-looking plants. The flower heads are suitable for cutting.
Caratteristiche
Botanica
| Famiglia | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genere | Agapanthus |
| Specie | africanus |
| Cultivar | 'Ambic001' |
| Nome commerciale | Twister (PBR) |
Fioritura
| Periodo di fioritura | july, august, september |
| Colore (fiore) | white, blue |
Fogliame
| Sempreverde | yes |
| Colore (fogliame) | green |
Portamento
| Altezza | 50 cm |
Posizione
| Rusticità | -5 °C |
| Esposizione | sun |