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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 'Peter Pan' plants with lush green foliage and stunning blue flowers.

Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' (Lily Of The Nile)

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Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its tidy clumping habit and masses of soft blue flowers held just above the foliage. This dwarf variety performs very well in New Zealand gardens and is ideal for borders, edging, and container planting.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 45 cm
Spread: 45 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Agapanthus 'Agapetite' plant with lush green flowers and elegant white flowers.

Agapanthus 'Agapetite'

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Agapanthus 'Agapetite', also known as the Dwarf Agapanthus, is a compact and vibrant perennial ideal for New Zealand gardens. This stunning variety produces clusters of pure white flowers above lush, deep green foliage through summer. Perfect for borders, pots, or mass plantings, it adds structure and brightness to outdoor spaces.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 28 cm
Spread: 35 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
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...

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Agapanthus streamline plant in flower.
Agapanthus 'Streamline'

Agapanthus 'Streamline' is a refined evergreen perennial valued for its narrow upright foliage and elegant blue flower heads held on slender stems...

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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 '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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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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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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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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Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' variegated foliage.
Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' (Kohuhu)

Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' is a popular evergreen shrub admired for its striking variegated foliage. Its green leaves are edged with creamy...

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Griselinia Variegata growing in a garden.
Griselinia littoralis variegata (Variegated Griselinia)

Griselinia littoralis variegata carries dark green leaves with a heavy cream edge. This fast-growing evergreen typically reaches 2 m in height and...

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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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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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Dianella 'Margaret Pringle' plant in a pot.
Dianella 'Margaret Pringle'

Dianella 'Margaret Pringle' bears spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring, which are followed by small, blue berries in summer. These are...

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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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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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Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' plant in a garden with variegated leaves and blue flowers.
Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven'

Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' is a stunning perennial admired for its finely divided variegated foliage and clusters of soft lavender blue bell...

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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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Acer 'Esk Sunset'

Acer 'Esk Sunset' is a stunning deciduous maple prized for its richly variegated foliage with green leaves flushed in pink, cream, and purple...

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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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Acer palmatum 'Ukigumo'

Acer palmatum 'Ukigumo' is a rare and highly ornamental Japanese Maple treasured for its striking white and pink variegated foliage. Often called the...

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Hedera 'Silver Variegata' dark green and cream variegated foliage.
Hedera 'Silver Variegated'

Hedera 'Silver Variegated' is a striking evergreen ivy with silvery-green leaves edged in creamy white. Its elegant variegation brightens shaded...

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Agapanthus Gold Strike with blue flowers and variegated leaves.
Agapanthus 'Gold Strike'

Agapanthus 'Gold Strike' is a striking variegated variety featuring bold green and gold striped foliage paired with rich blue flower heads in summer...

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Agapanthus 'Silver Moon' plant with variegated leaves and blue flowers.
Agapanthus 'Silver Moon'

Agapanthus 'Silver Moon' is an elegant perennial prized for its attractive variegated foliage and beautiful pale blue to white flower clusters. The...

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Agapanthus Buccaneer plants with blue flowers.
Agapanthus 'Buccaneer'

Agapanthus 'Buccaneer' is a bold and attractive perennial renowned for its large clusters of rich blue flowers that rise above lush green strap like...

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Agapanthus 'Mini Me'

Agapanthus 'Mini Me' is a compact and highly ornamental agapanthus prized for its abundant blue flowers and tidy growth habit. This dwarf variety...

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Agapanthus Fireworks flower.
Agapanthus 'Fireworks'

Agapanthus 'Fireworks' is a spectacular perennial renowned for its unique bicoloured flower clusters featuring deep blue buds that open to reveal...

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Agapanthus africanus plants in garden with blue flowers.
Agapanthus africanus

Agapanthus africanus (African Lily) is a timeless perennial admired for its striking clusters of blue flowers that rise above elegant green strap...

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Agapanthus 'Pavlova' white flowers.
Agapanthus 'Pavlova'

Agapanthus 'Pavlova' is a compact and elegant perennial known for its soft white flowers and tidy growth habit. This variety is well suited to New...

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Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' (Lily Of The Nile)

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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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Cereus tetragonus and Agapanthus 'Gayles Lilac' turn heads, but Sophora tetraptera (Large Leaved Kōwhai), Cistus salviifolius, and Iris 'Rose Queen' quietly charm the most seasoned gardeners.
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