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Agapanthus campanulatus 'Bressingham Blue'

Bressingham Blue Lily of the Nile

Agapanthus campanulatus 'Bressingham Blue'
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Height
18-24 inches tall
Width
18-24 inches wide
Flower color
Deep blue flowers arranged in large umbels
Foliage color
Narrow, strap-like, glossy green leaves
Bloom time
Mid-summer to early fall
Light
Full sun to partial shade
Water
Moderate
Maintenance
Low; deadhead spent flowers and remove old foliage after blooming
Growing zone
USDA Zones 7-10
Wildlife
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

About this plant

Agapanthus campanulatus 'Bressingham Blue' is a perennial known for its clusters of trumpet-shaped, deep blue flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. The blossoms, arranged in large umbels, create a stunning contrast against the plant's dark green, strap-like foliage. The long-lasting flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, adding both color and movement to the garden.

Originating from South Africa, Agapanthus campanulatus is well-suited to warmer climates and thrives in areas with plenty of sunlight. 'Bressingham Blue' is a particularly hardy cultivar, renowned for its consistent bloom and vibrant blue color, making it an excellent choice for borders, containers, or as an accent in mixed garden plantings. Its bold flowers and compact growth make it an ideal focal point in a variety of garden designs, offering interest from summer through early autumn.

Works well in

Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Containers

Companion plants

Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves · Bergenias

Design tip

Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.

Where to see it

This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.