African lily 'Blue Steel'

Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. In cold areas mulch hardy hybrids in winter. In containers grow in a loam based compost (JINo.3). Apply a balanced liquid feed monthly from spring until flowering. For more information see agapanthus cultivation. May need winter protection

Remove leaves as they naturally die back, deadhead complete flower stems as flowers go over

Propagate by seed when ripe in autumn or spring and keep seedlings in cold frame overwinter - they will flower in 2-3years or propagate by division every three to four years in spring

Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to agapanthus gall midge, slugs and snails

Generally disease-free, but may be susceptible to virus diseases