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The first order of business when dealing with agapanthus diseases is self-protection. Agapanthus has a toxic sap that can irritate the skin. Always wear gloves, long sleeves, and goggles when cutting agapanthus stems. Diseases affecting agapanthus are often brought about by overwatering and too much moisture.
- How do you revive agapanthus?
- How do you make Agapanthus blue?
- What is the best fertilizer for agapanthus?
- Do agapanthus get diseases?
- How do I get my agapanthus to flower?
- Is Agapanthus always blue?
- What month does agapanthus flower?
- Why has my agapanthus changed Colour?
- Is tomato feed good for agapanthus?
- When do you Fertilise agapanthus?
- How often should I feed agapanthus?
How do you revive agapanthus?
To deadhead agapanthus, simply use pruners or garden shears to remove the faded flower and the stalk at the base of the plant. Note: Agapanthus can become weedy and is considered invasive in some areas.
How do you make Agapanthus blue?
They all enjoy similar conditions - a hot sunny position with limited water. A dusting of white, lemon, orange or silver to the blue and green palette will help the blues shine.
What is the best fertilizer for agapanthus?
The best Agapanthus fertilizers will be fairly balanced, such as 10-10-10 or 5-5-5, or slightly higher in phosphorus than nitrogen. Agapanthus grown outdoors will die back in winter. Spread a heavy mulch around the root zone to protect the plant from the cold.
Do agapanthus get diseases?
Agapanthus tend to be disease and pest free. They can be troubled by mealy bug (tiny white fluffy looking creatures) which can be removed by hand or sprayed with an insecticide like confidor. Snails may also hide under and nibble the leaves. Some fungal diseases can trouble them, particularly if they are too damp.
How do I get my agapanthus to flower?
Feed them regularly
Agapanthus appreciate a high potash feed to encourage flowers – specialist agapanthus feeds are available. Start feeding from mid-March and continue every two to three weeks until mid-September.
Is Agapanthus always blue?
Choosing an agapanthus
All sizes can be grown in containers. Flower colour is key. There are inky blues, pale sapphires, purples and whites.
What month does agapanthus flower?
Agapanthus forms its flower bud for the following year in July, August and September, and a subsequent frost can kill it. ' 3. Would you recommend growing the evergreen varieties in containers so they can be brought under cover in winter?
Why has my agapanthus changed Colour?
Whilst the holders of the National Collection of Agapanthus say it is likely that a “spontaneous mutation” causes the change – i.e. nature just “getting it wrong”, RHS scientists elaborate on this and believe that environmental factors (general growing conditions, sudden heat or cold – but not soil pH in this case) are ...
Is tomato feed good for agapanthus?
Agapanthus will also benefit from a fortnightly feed of liquid high-potash tomato food during the growing season. Reduce watering and feeding in September and allow the plant to dry out.
When do you Fertilise agapanthus?
Feed in autumn and spring with Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser to ensure strong root development & healthy flowers .
How often should I feed agapanthus?
Although agapanthus are drought-tolerant you'll still need to water your pots at least a couple of times a week through the summer. They'll also benefit from a high-potash liquid feed once a week to promote good flower development.
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