Genus Information
Sun Requirements
Agapanthus ‘Dr Brouwer’ prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.Hardiness
African lily ‘Dr Brouwer’ is semi-hardy, and will benefit from some protection in winter.
Growth Information
Agapanthus ‘Dr Brouwer’ is quite a fast grower and in the right conditions will reach its full size in 2-5 years. It can reach heights of up to 1m and will spread up to 0.5m.
Flowering
Agapanthus ‘Dr Brouwer’ produces purple and white flowers. These flowers will be produced between July to August.
Foliage
African lily ‘Dr Brouwer’ is an evergreen plant and produces green foliage and will benefit from being cut back in Autumn to promote growth next year.
Wildlife, Pests and Diseases
Agapanthus ‘Dr Brouwer’ can have problems with Slugs and Snails, it can also be vulnerable to certain diseases such as virus’. It is also known to attract bees and other pollinatorsCats, and is toxic to dogs and People.
Soil Requirements
African lily ‘Dr Brouwer’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage and it can be planted in soil of any pH.