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variegated agapanthus

Searching for a striking, low-maintenance plant to brighten your garden? Variegated agapanthus stands out as a true showstopper with its elegant striped foliage and bold, blue or white blooms. In New Zealand gardens, variegated agapanthus is prized for providing year-round visual interest. Not only do they thrive in sun-soaked borders and containers, but their foliage adds just as much appeal as their famous flowers. Read on to discover why variegated agapanthus has become a must-have for Kiwi gardeners—and find links to more unique agapanthus varieties below.

Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac' stunning light blue flowers,

Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac'

Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac' is an attractive evergreen perennial valued for its soft lilac purple flowers and tidy clumping habit. This reliable variety performs very well in New Zealand gardens and is ideal for borders, mass planting, and container use.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Riparian
Agapanthus streamline plant in flower.

Agapanthus 'Streamline'

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Agapanthus 'Streamline' is a refined evergreen perennial valued for its narrow upright foliage and elegant blue flower heads held on slender stems. This modern variety performs very well in New Zealand gardens and is ideal for contemporary landscapes, borders, and mass planting.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 70 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Riparian
Agapanthus 'Sea Foam' plants in a border featuring stunning white flowers above lush, green foliage.
Agapanthus 'Seafoam'

Agapanthus 'Seafoam' is an elegant evergreen perennial valued for its soft pale green to creamy white flowers that bring a gentle coastal feel to...

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Agapanthus 'Blue Finn' blue flower.
Agapanthus 'Blue Finn'

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...

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Agapanthus 'Sarah'

Agapanthus Sarah is a compact and attractive perennial known for its rich coloured flower heads and tidy clumping habit. It performs exceptionally...

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Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook' elegant blue flower.
Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook'

Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook' is a robust evergreen perennial valued for its strong upright habit and large heads of rich blue flowers in summer. This...

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Agapanthus 'Lapis'

Agapanthus 'Lapis' is a compact and elegant perennial prized for its abundant clusters of rich blue flowers that appear above tidy clumps of lush...

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Portulacaria afra 'Variegata'

Portulacaria afra 'Variegata' is an attractive evergreen succulent shrub prized for its creamy white and green variegated foliage carried on...

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Chlorophytum comosum variegatum plants growing in pots on a shelf.
Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum comosum Variegatum, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and variegated foliage. It...

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Ctenanthe lubbersiana plant with yellow and green foliage.
Ctenanthe lubbersiana

Ctenanthe lubbersiana, commonly known as the Bamburanta Plant is a lush foliage plant that is commonly grown indoors as a potted plant. It features...

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Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata'

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata' is an attractive evergreen shrub renowned for its beautifully variegated foliage and elegant growth habit. The...

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Schefflera arboricola variegated

The variegated Schefflera (Schefflera arboricola Variegated) is an evergreen shrub commonly grown as a houseplant due to its attractive and...

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Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' plants in pots.
Coprosma kirkii 'variegata'

Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub admired for its trailing habit and attractive variegated foliage of green edged...

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Agave americana variegata

Agave americana variegata, commonly known as the Variegated Century Plant, is a large succulent that features broad, powder-blue leaves with yellow...

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Peperomia clusiifolia

Peperomia clusiifolia, commonly known as the Jelly Plant, is a popular and easy to grow indoor plant. It produces short stems carrying thick and...

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Acorus gramineus variegata plants growing in pots with green and cream foliage.
Acorus gramineus variegatus

Acorus gramineus variegatus, commonly known as Variegated Sweet Flag, is an attractive ornamental grass-like plant prized for its elegant green and...

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Aeonium haworthii 'Kiwi' plant with colourful leaves.
Aeonium haworthii Kiwi

Aeonium haworthii Kiwi is a succulent grown for its symmetrical rosettes of variegated, fleshy leaves. The leaves are cream-yellow towards the centre...

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Buxus sempervirens variegata (Variegated Box) shrub with lush and colourful foliage.
Buxus sempervirens 'variegata'

Buxus sempervirens 'variegata' features small, mid-green leaves with cream-white edges on new growth, which age to become a darker green. It grows to...

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Acer Esk Sunset (Eskimo Sunset Maple)

Acer pseudoplatanus Esk Sunset, commonly known as the Eskimo Sunset Sycamore Maple, is grown for its rich and colourful foliage. The lush leaves on...

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Viburnum tinus variegatum

Viburnum tinus 'Variegatum' is an attractive evergreen shrub prized for its cream and green variegated foliage that provides year round colour and...

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Pandorea jasminoides variegata pink flower and variegated foliage.
Pandorea jasminoides variegata

Pandorea jasminoides 'Variegata' is a climber that features light pink, trumpet-shaped flowers with a dark pink throat from spring through autumn...

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Metrosideros kermadecensis 'variegata' red flowers and variegated foliage.
Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata (Variegated Pohutukawa)

Metrosideros kermadecensis 'Variegata' is a striking NZ native shrub or small tree admired for its glossy green leaves edged with creamy variegation...

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Cornus controversa variegata (Wedding Cake Tree) specimen in a large garden.
Cornus controversa variegata

Cornus controversa variegata, commonly referred to as the Wedding Cake Tree, features tiered branches that bear leaves that are variegated cream and...

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Westringia 'Wynyabbie Highlight'

Westringia 'Wynyabbie Highlight' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its fine variegated green and cream foliage, naturally rounded habit, and...

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Senecio rowleyanus variegata (Variegated String of Pearls) with trailing foliage growing in a pot.
Senecio rowleyanus variegata

Senecio rowleyanus variegata, commonly known as the Variegated String of Pearls, is a succulent grown for its interesting, bead-like foliage. It...

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Trachelospermum jasminoides variegatum white flowers and variegated leaves.
Trachelospermum jasminoides variegatum (Variegated Star Jasmine)

Trachelospermum jasminoides Variegatum is a striking evergreen climber featuring glossy green leaves edged with creamy-white margins. In summer, it...

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Ophiopogon japonicus Silver Mist grass in a garden.
Ophiopogon 'Silver Mist' (Silver Mondo Grass)

Ophiopogon 'Silver Mist' is a dwarf silver Mondo Grass, and features fine, grass-like foliage that is variegated dark green and white. It typically...

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Liriope muscari 'Gold Banded' plants with colourful, variegated foliage and pink flowers.
Liriope 'Gold Banded' (Variegated Liriope)

Liriope 'Gold Banded' produces green leaves edged with gold, and masses of lavender coloured flowers in summer. This herbaceous perennial grows as a...

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A large Calamagrostis 'Overdam' grass with elegant, variegated foliage.
Calamagrostis 'Overdam'

Calamagrostis ‘Overdam’ is a striking variegated ornamental grass that delivers elegant upright form and delicate texture to garden borders and...

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Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow' plant with pink flowers and foliage variegated green and yellow.
Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow'

Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow' is an architectural evergreen prized for its variegated sword like leaves washed with soft gold and green tones. In...

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Acer palmatum 'Shirazz'

Acer palmatum 'Shirazz' is a stunning variegated Japanese Maple admired for its rich purple red foliage edged with soft pink. The colourful leaves...

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Cordyline australis albertii plants with variegated foliage.
Cordyline albertii

Cordyline albertii (Variegated Cabbage Tree) is a striking evergreen tree admired for its bold green leaves edged with creamy white variegation. This...

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Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac'

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Why Choose Variegated Agapanthus?

Variegated agapanthus offers a fresh twist on the classic agapanthus, boasting leaves with creamy or golden stripes that instantly brighten shady corners or mixed plantings. This perennial combines reliable performance with vivid foliage that doesn’t fade in winter, making it ideal for year-round structure and colour. When summer arrives, tall stems rise above the foliage, bursting into globes of vibrant blooms that attract bees and butterflies. Easy-care and tough, variegated agapanthus handles wind, drought, and coastal conditions, suiting gardens right across New Zealand.

Growing and Caring for Variegated Agapanthus

Variegated agapanthus grows best in full sun to light shade and copes well in both garden beds and containers. For the healthiest plants and brightest stripes, plant them in well-drained soil and feed annually with a quality slow-release fertiliser. Water during prolonged dry spells, especially if grown in pots. Unlike some agapanthus varieties, the variegated types are less likely to self-seed aggressively, making them suitable for urban and suburban gardens. Pruning dead flower heads and leaves helps keep them tidy and encourages fresh growth.

Eye-Catching Varieties and Related Options

New Zealand nurseries now offer several eye-catching selections, including newer cultivars with enhanced variegation and flower power. For even more inspiration, explore these standout varieties:

Landscaping Ideas for Variegated Agapanthus

Variegated agapanthus works beautifully as a border accent, mass planting, or as luminous fillers around other perennials. Their striped foliage pairs well with grasses, lavender, and salvia, and provides a striking contrast to solid-leaved agapanthus like Agapanthus Campbell. For modern gardens, plant in groups to create rhythm and movement, or use in containers flanking entrances for a vibrant welcome.

Find Your Variegated Agapanthus

Looking to bring home the dazzling appeal of variegated agapanthus? Browse our selection and discover the perfect variety to elevate your garden with enduring beauty and minimal fuss. Whether you crave colour in winter or summer, these stunning agapanthus hybrids deliver year-round impact and are sure to become the highlight of your landscape.

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