lily of the Nile
Agapanthus 'Summer Skies'
Overview
The lily of the Nile (Agapanthus 'Summer Skies') is the perfect addition to any garden. Featuring beautiful deep sky-blue bell-shaped blooms, this bold perennial flower blooms reliably throughout the summer, often re-blooming again later in the season. The vibrant blooms rise above sturdy, green foliage, and look great planted in a garden, in containers, or even in a vase as a cut flower. For an even more stunning display, this variety can be combined with others to create a mass of color. Its hardiness and pest-resistance make it a great choice for novice and experienced gardeners alike.
Care Guide
Watering
Lily of the Nile is a moisture-loving plant and should be watered once or twice a week depending on your local growing conditions. During hotter months, they may require more frequent waterings, but allow the top few centimetres of soil to dry out before watering. During colder months, they should be watered less often. A good way to ensure that the Lily of the Nile gets the water it needs is to apply a deep soaking once a week. It is best to water in the morning to allow the sun time to dry the leaves of the plant.
Light
Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus 'Summer Skies') requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day to remain healthy and vibrant. Lilies of the Nile will need full, direct sun for most of the day (10-12 hours) during the peak summer months (June to August). Indoors, they should be placed near a south or east facing window where they will receive ample natural light.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6–10.
Pruning
Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus 'Summer Skies') should be pruned after it has finished flowering, usually in late summer. Pruning should be minimal; remove any dead or damaged stems, and cut the remaining foliage back by about a 1/3. Pruning too much can cause the plant to become leggy and may reduce flowering in the subsequent year.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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