Agapanthus plants have long been a staple in Australian gardens, especially in cooler climates where they can provide year-round lush green foliage that can be used for tropic vibes or simply to retain some colour beneath deciduous trees.
Originating from the often-harsh conditions of Southern Africa, their white to blue/purple umbrella-shaped inflorescences are visually striking in spring and summer, sometimes repeating again in autumn, while supporting a range of pollinators including insects and potentially birds as well.
One of the major concerns with planting Agapanthus in Australia is that they can be quite weedy if you let them get to seed. The following varieties have all been tested extensively and while they are not sterile, they have shown to be far less likely to spread invasively than common forms.
Agapanthus hybrid ‘ANDbin’ PBR Trade Name Bingo Blue™
Compact deep-blue agapanthus, tough and hardy, very floriferous.
- Australian Plants Online: Tubestock; $8.60. https://www.australianplantsonline.com.au/agapanthus-bingo-blue.html
- The Plant Cellar: Forestry tube or 140 mm pot; From $12.90. https://theplantcellar.com.au/product/agapanthus-bingo-blue/
Agapanthus hybrid ‘WP001’ PBR Trade Name Bingo White™
White-flowering dwarf agapanthus; bright white show in spring and repeat flowers
- Australian Plants Online: Tubestock; $8.60. https://www.australianplantsonline.com.au/agapanthus-bingo-white.html
- The Plant Cellar: Forestry tube or pot; From $12.90. https://theplantcellar.com.au/product/agapanthus-bingo-white/
Agapanthus orientalis ‘PMN06’ PBR Trade Name Queen Mum™
Large agapanthus with bicolour white flowers marked with blue; flowers on tall stems; sterile and tough
- The Plant Cellar: Pot; From $13.90. https://theplantcellar.com.au/product/queen-mum-agapanthus/
Whether you’re designing a cottage garden, a cool climate lush tropical vibe, or just something low maintenance to line the driveway, these Agapanthus cultivars will not disappoint. The sooner you plant them, the sooner you’ll enjoy their erosion-controlling and ornamental benefits. I hope these links help you find the perfect variety to suit your needs.