Agapanthus Blue Heaven

The Agapanthus Blue Heaven is a new variety of Agapanthus that is not widely available yet. It has a bright blue colour and has a long flowering period. Its evergreen foliage is ribbon-like and sometimes has a purple tint. In July and again in September-October, stems rise from the foliage and bear magnificent umbels of star-shaped flowers. The blue colour of these flowers is quite extraordinary, reminiscent of wild chicory. This plant is perfect for large pots on the terrace or in small groups near high-traffic areas. However, this collectable plant is relatively easy and should be planted in well-drained soil, in full sun. It should also always have water during its growth period.

Agapanthus belongs to the lily family. The hybrid variety 'Blue Heaven' is a recent introduction which produces a generous clump of linear foliage that is dark green and around 50 cm (19.7 in) high. The foliage remains very ornamental even during winter. The spherical umbels of 30 to 40 flowers rise above the foliage, carried by sturdy stems that are 70 to 90 cm (35.4 in) high. Depending on the region, the flowering period occurs between July and September-October in two distinct waves. The floral buds unfurl into numerous trumpets whose unusual hue is between lavender and cobalt blue. Each petal is marked with a darker central line, ultramarine blue to indigo. The light blue stamens are tipped with almost black anthers, giving the whole plant a truly luminous look that attracts the eye.

This exceptional evergreen variety has moderate hardiness, up to about -10°C. You can plant it in a pot, which can then be stored in winter and placed on a sunny terrace in summer or in the ground, in a warm position with well-draining soil. It is a versatile plant that thrives in various settings, such as by the seaside, in an English cottage, or even in a city garden, as a focal point on a terrace, in an exotic or contemporary style. It pairs well with perennials like Salvia, Rudbeckias, Verbenas, and Oriental Poppies in bright or pastel colours. You can cut the flowers and place them in a vase to bring freshness and originality to the house.