Description
Agapanthus inapertus Cascade Crystal
Agapanthus inapertus Cascade Crystal is a distinctive deciduous African Lily producing elegant pendulous flower heads in shades of deep blue that gradually fade to beautiful ice blue as they mature. Held on robust upright stems reaching approximately 90cm in height, the flowers create a graceful cascading effect above clumps of attractive green strap-like foliage, making this variety a superb choice for borders, containers and specialist agapanthus collections.
Why Choose Agapanthus inapertus Cascade Crystal?
This unusual inapertus variety is valued for its elegant drooping blooms and changing flower colour. The deep blue flowers gradually soften to ice blue, creating a striking two-tone effect during the flowering season. Its graceful habit and tall flower stems add movement and architectural interest to sunny garden displays.
Growing Agapanthus inapertus Cascade Crystal
For best results, plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. This variety thrives in warm, sheltered positions and benefits from regular watering during dry periods while becoming more drought tolerant once established. Good drainage is essential, particularly during winter months.
Perfect for Borders and Containers
The tall flower stems and elegant cascading blooms make this variety particularly effective towards the middle or back of sunny borders. It also performs exceptionally well in large patio containers, where the unusual flower form can be fully appreciated throughout the summer flowering season.
Care and Maintenance
Remove faded flower stems after blooming to keep plants tidy and encourage strong growth. In colder regions, a winter mulch may provide additional protection. With minimal maintenance, this reliable perennial will return year after year with increasingly impressive displays.
Related Plants and Further Information
Browse our full Agapanthus collection:
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For expert agapanthus growing advice visit the Royal Horticultural Society:
https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/agapanthus/growing-guide
Key Features
- Elegant pendulous deep blue flowers fading to ice blue
- Distinctive Agapanthus inapertus variety
- Robust upright flower stems
- Reaches approximately 90cm in height
- Deciduous perennial
- Attractive green strap-like foliage
- Ideal for borders and large containers
- Excellent architectural garden plant
- Thrives in full sun
- Drought tolerant once established
- Easy to grow and maintain
Garry Verified Buyer
An interesting Inapertus that is similar in my view to Inapertus ‘SKY’ ! Maybe the SKY version is a little darker in depth of blue,did not have one to compare against but very similar in my view,almost identical!
I nice addition to the collection or to any Agapanthus fancier but i would give this an 8/10.Not the most striking of all but nice enough.I do like the Inapertus flower shape but i think it looks better in a darker shade like say , Northern Lights or Tempest from Pan Global Plants. The normal Blue Inapertus is a must for a collection!
Garry Verified Buyer
I am reviewing this again as after 3yrs it seems to have improved in my view!
This Inapertus is more blue now than it use to be and then fades to white/lighter blue! Its a ‘must’ in my book for Inapertus Agapanthus collectors!
Its certainly on a par with the Hollandii ‘SKY’ ,maybe even better me thinks!
Though ,very,very similar! Worthy addition,seem to get better with maturity!