Hi there I am looking for a few named varieties of Agapanthus (Lily of the Nile): Arctic Star Barnfield Blue Bressingham Blue Indigo Dreams If you have any of these available for trade please feel free to take a look at my trade list and see if there is anything you would want in return. I mainly have edibles available atm. Thanks for the consideration folks :)

I am looking for a few plants, Lily of the Nile, (Agapanthus), Red Hot Pokers (kniphofia) & a Kousa Dogwood. Please look at my trade list and let me know if you would like to trade. Thanks, Pat

Start seed at 20 degrees C in soil less mix barely covered. Germination takes place within two weeks. They will not flower until pot bound. I've discovered they are hardy to Zone 5a with lots of extra soil, leaves & evergreen branches piled over them! This winter will be a true test as I didn't get my two clumps prepared as above before ealy snowfall. But we've had up to 130 cm of snow so here's hoping they survive again this winter!

What fun to be planning a new garden. I have found that my DLs individually get the 'most bang for the buck' if I plant at least 3 double/triple fans of the same variety within 12" (inches) of each other and then plant the next variety 4'(feet) away - if you have the space. Planting in this way gives each variety the 'spotlight' so-to-speak. My large new bed has many, many DLs planted in it and while it is a riot of color, to enjoy each one you need to walk through them and check each one out individually. The 1st planting method gives a better display from a distance of your favorites. Where you are located you should be able to have blooms for a long time. I would look for DLs that have extended, and rebloom. Rich colors show up well, and especially if a couple whites, or light yellows are included. To be able to work (pull weeds) I would definitely allow two feet between plantings if you do not 'group' them. I did a quick search to see what agapanthus looks like, with no luck. Here are a couple brights that would 'shine' in your garden. Forsyth Vivacious, Whooperee, Emerald Splendor, Samar Star Fire, Chrissy Renee, Unforgettable Fire, highland Pinched Fingers, & Stargate Portal. All of these DLs have had their photos posted on this forum so you could see a photo. Good luck and happy hunting. Jane