Agapanthus care

Caring for agapanthus (commonly known as African lily or lily of the Nile) involves a few key steps to ensure healthy growth and vibrant blooms. Here’s our guide to agapanthus care:

Planting – Choose a sunny spot, as agapanthus thrive in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Plant your agapanthus in well-draining soil. If your soil is heavy clay, consider amending it with compost or sand to improve drainage.

Watering – Water the plants regularly during the growing season (spring and summer), keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. In winter, reduce watering, especially if the plants are in a dormant state.

Feeding – Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring when new growth begins. You can also use a liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Mulching – Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plants to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain an even soil temperature.

Pruning – Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms and to prevent the plant from setting seed, which can divert energy from growth and flowering.

In late autumn or after the first frost, cut back the foliage of deciduous varieties to about 4 inches from the ground. Evergreen varieties only need tidying up by removing any dead or damaged leaves.

Dividing – Every 3-4 years, divide agapanthus clumps to prevent overcrowding and to promote healthy growth. This is best done in spring or autumn. Dig up the clump, separate it into smaller sections, and replant them.

Protection – In winter, provide protection by covering the plants with mulch or fleece.

This should hopefully give your plant a chance to flourish!