Welcome to our March Spotlight Plants from the Southern Living Plant Collection. This month, we’re featuring an exceptional lineup of Agapanthus varieties and the stunning Platinum Beauty Lomandra. Each of these plants brings unique beauty and resilience to your garden, perfect for revitalizing your outdoor spaces in anticipation of spring!
Platinum Beauty Lomandra: A Touch of Elegance
Elevate your garden design with Platinum Beauty Lomandra. This drought-tolerant beauty showcases flowing masses of green foliage edged in creamy white, complemented by subtle yellow flower spikes from autumn through spring. Its resilience and graceful appearance make it an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes in USDA Zones 8-10. Whether planted in masses, used as an accent, or featured in containers, Platinum Beauty Lomandra is a versatile plant that adapts well to a variety of garden settings.
Explore Our Featured Agapanthus Varieties:
1. Indigo Frost Agapanthus Dive into the dual-toned blooms of Indigo Frost, where deep blue buds burst into striking bi-colored blue and white flowers. This variety is not only a visual spectacle but also robust against the elements, thriving in USDA Zones 8-11.
2. Queen Mum Agapanthus Regal in stature and bloom, Queen Mum commands attention with its large, white and violet-blue flower clusters. Ideal for gardeners looking to add a touch of royalty to their landscape, this variety performs wonderfully in zones 8-11.
3. Ever Sapphire Agapanthus Ever Sapphire offers a lush display of deep blue flowers that appear earlier in the season compared to traditional types. It’s a compact grower, making it perfect for smaller spaces or as a border plant in zones 8-11.
4. Ever White Agapanthus Brighten up shady garden corners with Ever White’s pure white flowers that bloom abundantly through the summer months. Its neat growth habit and graceful blooms make it a favorite for both containers and borders in zones 8-11.
5. Neverland Agapanthus Neverland is a fairy-tale addition to any garden with its sky-blue flowers perched atop sturdy stems. It’s particularly noted for its longer blooming period and robust nature in zones 7-11.
6. Ever Twilight Agapanthus Award-winning Ever Twilight brings a unique charm with its striking bi-color flowers, featuring shades of blue and white. It’s an all-season performer that offers visual interest from early spring through fall in zones 8-11.
On our website, you’ll find detailed care instructions and inspirational gardening ideas for these plants. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, the Southern Living Plant Collection is here to help you make the most of your gardening endeavors. Discover our March Spotlight Plants and let them transform your garden into a lush, vibrant outdoor retreat.
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