Agapanthus or Lily-Of-The-Nile

This evergreen Agapanthus may be planted in the ground in the winter climates of USDA Zones 5-10, but by covering with 2" of mulch you can add one more hardiness zone for winter.  Just remember to remove the mulch in the spring!

Agapanthus closeup

How to grow

This is a perennial that grows from a fleshy-rooted rhizome. For container plants, plant rhizome 1/2" below soil surface, keep soils consistently moist and provide moderate fertilization during the growing season (spring and summer). Plants bloom best when roots are pot-bound. Site containers in locations with afternoon shade. In fall, prior to the first frost, remove containers to a bright, frost-free location for overwintering.

Provide very limited water in winter (just enough to keep leaves from drying/wilting).

Return containers outdoors in spring.