Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder'
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Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder'
- The deepest intense blue flowers rising on strong stems from clumps of fresh evergreen foliage
- Sun loving Agapanthus flowers all summer from June to September
- This is a hardy perennial plant with excellent pest and disease resistance and no need for pruning
- Plant in large pots for maximum impact, or plant in drifts in a border. Also makes fantastic cut flowers
- Grows to 40-50cm tall
- Attractive to bees and butterflies
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' flowers best when its roots are slightly restricted in a pot.
How big does it get?
Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' typically reaches a mature height of 60 cm and a spread of 40 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' does not need pruning. Simply cut down the spent flower stems after blooming and remove any dead leaves in spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Agapanthus 'Blue Thunder' is rated H3 to H5, tolerating temperatures from -5°C to -15°C. Deciduous types are generally hardy across the UK with mulch, while evergreen types need winter greenhouse protection in colder northern regions.
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