Agapanthus Dwarf White
Agapanthus praecox var. nana ‘White’, commonly known as White Dwarf Agapanthus or White Mini African Lily, is a compact, evergreen perennial native to South Africa, prized for its neat clumps of strap-like foliage and elegant white flowers. Its low, tidy habit makes it ideal for borders, rockeries, pathways, and container planting, adding graceful structure and seasonal beauty to gardens.
This plant produces rounded clusters of white, tubular flowers on short stalks in summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The glossy evergreen leaves form dense clumps that provide year‑round visual interest and texture. White Dwarf Agapanthus is hardy, drought tolerant once established, and performs well in sun to light shade, making it versatile for gardens in Pretoria and Johannesburg.
Perfect for mass plantings, edging, containers, or mixed garden beds, Agapanthus praecox var. nana ‘White’ enhances landscapes with its refined flowers and compact, low‑growing habit. Its dependable performance and classic form make it a favourite among gardeners and landscapers alike.
Plant Details
• Scientific Name: Agapanthus praecox var. nana ‘White’
• Common Name: White Dwarf Agapanthus, White Mini African Lily, Dwarf White Nile Lily
• Origin: Indigenous to South Africa
• Flower Colour: White
• Flowering Time: Summer
• Height: ±0.25–0.3 m
• Spread: ±0.3–0.35 m
• Growth Habit: Evergreen, clump forming perennial
Care & Planting Tips
• Planting Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Requirements: Medium; drought tolerant once established
• Soil: Well‑drained, fertile soil
• Hardiness: Hardy; tolerates light frost
• Uses: Garden borders, rockeries, containers, pathways, mass plantings
Available Sizes
• 2 L