Agapanthus species are beloved for their striking clusters of blue, purple, or white blooms and their lush, strap-like foliage. Native to South Africa, this versatile genus, often known as Lily of the Nile or African Lily, has found a home in many New Zealand gardens thanks to its hardiness, low-maintenance nature, and impressive summer display. Whether you're seeking an evergreen ground cover, a dramatic feature plant, or a graceful container companion, Agapanthus species offer a diverse palette to work with. This page will walk you through the unique charm of Agapanthus species, how to distinguish them, and why they're a favourite for Kiwi landscapes.
Agapanthus 'Agapetite', also known as the Dwarf Agapanthus, is a compact and vibrant perennial ideal for New Zealand gardens. This stunning variety...
Agapanthus 'Charlotte' is a beautiful perennial admired for its elegant clusters of soft blue flowers that rise above neat clumps of lush green strap...
Agapanthus 'Lapis' is a compact and elegant perennial prized for its abundant clusters of rich blue flowers that appear above tidy clumps of lush...
Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its tidy clumping habit and masses of soft blue flowers held just above the...
Agapanthus 'Seafoam' is an elegant evergreen perennial valued for its soft pale green to creamy white flowers that bring a gentle coastal feel to...
Agapanthus 'Silver Baby' is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its soft silver green foliage and delicate pale blue flowers held neatly above...
Agapanthus 'Streamline' is a refined evergreen perennial valued for its narrow upright foliage and elegant blue flower heads held on slender stems...
Agapanthus 'Tinkerbell' is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its charming soft blue flowers and neat clumping habit. This dwarf variety...
Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook' is a robust evergreen perennial valued for its strong upright habit and large heads of rich blue flowers in summer. This...
Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac' is an attractive evergreen perennial valued for its soft lilac purple flowers and tidy clumping habit. This reliable...
Agapanthus Sarah is a compact and attractive perennial known for its rich coloured flower heads and tidy clumping habit. It performs exceptionally...
Agapanthus 'Agapetite Sparkle' is a compact perennial renowned for its masses of sparkling white flowers that are produced above neat clumps of green...
Agapanthus 'Baby Pete' is a compact and reliable variety that produces masses of soft blue flowers above neat clumps of green foliage. This dwarf...
Agapanthus 'Black Pantha' is a striking perennial renowned for its dramatic deep purple flower buds that open to rich dark blue blooms during summer...
Agapanthus 'Blue Finn' is a compact, evergreen variety prized for its deep blue blooms and tidy, clumping habit. This hardy perennial adds a burst of...
Agapanthus 'Finn' is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its tidy clumping habit and masses of soft blue flowers held neatly above dark green...
Agapanthus 'Snowball' is an elegant evergreen perennial valued for its rounded heads of pure white flowers that sit neatly above lush green foliage...
Agapanthus africanus (African Lily) is a timeless perennial admired for its striking clusters of blue flowers that rise above elegant green strap...
Agapanthus 'Alba Rosea' is a beautiful perennial that produces elegant flower heads in soft white flushed with delicate pink tones. The blooms are...
Agapanthus 'Arctic Star' is a stunning perennial renowned for its large clusters of pure white flowers that stand proudly above lush green strap like...
Agapanthus 'Baby Blue' (Dwarf Blue Agapanthus) is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its neat clumping habit and soft blue flowers held above...
Agapanthus 'Bingo Blue' is a compact and free flowering perennial renowned for its vibrant blue flower clusters that appear above neat clumps of lush...
Agapanthus 'Black Buddhist' is a striking evergreen perennial prized for its dramatic near black flower buds that open to deep violet purple blooms...
Agapanthus 'Black Magic' is a striking perennial renowned for its dramatic dark purple blue flower buds that open into rich blue blooms during...
Agapanthus 'Blue Heaven' is a spectacular perennial renowned for its large rounded clusters of rich sky blue flowers that rise above lush green strap...
Agapanthus 'Bressingham Blue' is a stunning perennial celebrated for its large clusters of rich blue flowers that rise above lush green strap like...
Agapanthus 'Brilliant Blue' is a spectacular perennial renowned for its vivid blue flower clusters that rise above lush green strap like foliage...
Agapanthus 'Buccaneer' is a bold and attractive perennial renowned for its large clusters of rich blue flowers that rise above lush green strap like...
Agapanthus 'Campbell' is a stunning perennial admired for its elegant clusters of rich blue flowers that rise above lush green strap like foliage...
Agapanthus 'Cascade Diamond' is an elegant perennial renowned for its large clusters of pure white flowers that rise above lush green strap like...
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Search agapanthus speciesAgapanthus species offer a blend of beauty and resilience rarely matched in the plant world. These perennials thrive in full sun or part shade and tolerate coastal conditions, dry spells, and a range of soils. Their ability to cover ground quickly makes them ideal for borders, driveways, and mass plantings. The spherical flower heads, held aloft on sturdy stems, attract bees and butterflies, providing biodiversity to your garden.
Within the Agapanthus genus, you'll find both evergreen and deciduous forms. Each species and cultivated variety brings its own charm:
Each of these varieties is bred from the robust roots of Agapanthus species and selected for traits like compact size, intensified colour, or prolific flowering.
Agapanthus thrive in New Zealand's climate with minimal effort. Plant crowns at the same depth they sat in the nursery pot, in well-drained soil with plenty of sun. A spring feed of balanced slow-release fertiliser will reward you with more abundant blooms. Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first summer after planting.
Divide large clumps every 4–5 years to maintain vigour or create new plantings. Most Agapanthus species are pest-resistant and seldom troubled by disease, making them a true low-maintenance asset.
Thanks to their adaptability, Agapanthus species are used in a variety of landscape roles. Their robust root systems make them ideal for stabilising slopes and banks, while their bold flowers work beautifully in urban and coastal gardens. Dwarf varieties like Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' (Lily Of The Nile) excel as edging plants along paths or in containers, while taller varieties create impressive focal points or privacy screens.
Browse our collection of Agapanthus species and their unique cultivars, such as Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac', Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook', and Agapanthus Sarah, to find the right plant for your next garden project.
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