Agapanthus praecox

Lily of the Nile

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Perennial bulbous plant with strap-like leaves and tall flower stalks bearing clusters of blue or white tubular flowers in summer.
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Plant Details

Common Name Lily of the Nile
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Agapanthus
Species Praecox
Origin South Africa
Blooming Summer, clusters of tubular flowers on tall stalks
Leaf Color Grey-green to deep green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter, pH neutral to slightly acidic.

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth and blooming. Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce significantly after flowering for dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best flowering. Indoors requires brightest possible window or grow lights.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer. Stop feeding in late autumn.

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Pruning

Remove spent flower heads immediately to prevent seed set. Cut back foliage only if it turns yellow in winter.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
45° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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