Agapanthus Columba 5 Litre Pot

Agapanthus ‘Columba’ – A Graceful White African Lily

Agapanthus ‘Columba’ is a refined, clump-forming perennial admired for its elegant, pure white, star-shaped flowers held in rounded, well-formed flower heads. Flowering in mid to late summer, the upright stems rise above neat, strap-shaped green foliage, creating a clean, architectural display. Its fresh colouring and graceful form make it ideal for borders, patios, and container planting, where it brings brightness and structure to summer garden schemes.

With its classic white blooms and tidy habit, ‘Columba’ delivers timeless elegance and reliable summer interest.

Why Grow Agapanthus ‘Columba’?

Pure White Flowers – Clean, bright blooms with a refined appearance.

Compact, Neat Habit – Ideal for smaller gardens and containers.

Architectural Structure – Upright stems and rounded flower heads.

Long Flowering Season – Reliable summer colour.

Low Maintenance – Hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and easy to grow.

Height and Spread

Typically grows to 60–80cm (24–32in) in height, with a spread of 40–60cm (16–24in).

Where to Site Your Agapanthus ‘Columba’

• Mixed Borders: Adds brightness and contrast

• Containers: Ideal for patios and terraces

• Contemporary Gardens: Complements modern designs

• Coastal Gardens: Tolerant of wind and salt spray

• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and beneficial insects

How to Grow and Care

Soil – Prefers well-drained soil; thrives in sandy or loamy conditions.
Light – Full sun for best flowering.
Watering – Water regularly while establishing; drought-tolerant once mature.

Maintenance

Deadheading – Remove spent flower heads to extend flowering.
Pruning – Cut back old foliage in autumn or spring.
Mulching – Protect crowns in colder areas with winter mulch.
Pests & Diseases – Generally pest- and disease-free.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Perennials: Salvia, Lavender, Verbena

• Grasses: Stipa, Pennisetum

• Shrubs: Hebe, Pittosporum

• Architectural Plants: Phormium, Cordyline

Conclusion

Agapanthus ‘Columba’ is a refined African lily offering elegant white blooms, architectural structure, and reliable summer colour. Perfect for borders and containers, it delivers timeless beauty and low-maintenance performance.

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Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.