Blue Velvet lily-of-the-nile
Agapanthus praecox 'Blue Velvet'
USDA zones7 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 4 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Blue
Attracts
Notes
'Blue Velvet' lily-of-the-nile (Agapanthus praecox 'Blue Velvet') is a perennial for borders, containers, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. Round heads of dark blue flowers open on strong stems from early to late summer and draw hummingbirds and bees. It sits low on the menu for deer. Mulch it with fallen leaves each winter.
Pairs well with Society garlic, Snapdragon, and Tuberose.