{"product_id":"agapanthus-orientalis-purple-cloud","title":"Agapanthus orientalis 'Purple Cloud'","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Cloud Agapanthus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agapanthus praecox 'Purple Cloud' (syn. A. orientalis)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaryllidaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Africa (cultivated selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen clumping perennial (strappy leaf)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA stunning, robust agapanthus perfectly suited to Adelaide's Mediterranean climate, Agapanthus 'Purple Cloud' forms bold, vigorous clumps of broad strappy green foliage topped with masses of large, rounded flower heads in rich deep purple-blue. Blooming prolifically from late spring through summer, it delivers months of vibrant colour with minimal maintenance. Vigorous, drought-tolerant and naturally dense, it thrives in hot, dry positions while providing reliable performance year after year. Ideal for bold borders, mass plantings, coastal gardens, large containers and water-wise landscapes, 'Purple Cloud' brings dramatic purple impact and evergreen structure to South Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–120 cm H × 70–100 cm W (vigorous clumping habit); 100–130 cm H in flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, strappy mid-green to dark green leaves; vigorous, upright clumps; evergreen year-round; foliage remains dense through all seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, rounded flower heads (18–25 cm diameter) in rich deep purple-blue; blooms prolifically late spring through summer (November–February) with peak flowering in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure with spectacular late spring–summer flowering display; bold architectural presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for pollinators—attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional drought tolerance once established; exceptional heat tolerance; frost-hardy (tolerates moderate to heavy frosts); excellent wind tolerance; exceptional coastal tolerance—highly salt-spray resistant; adapts to a wide range of soils including heavy clay; avoid waterlogging during dormancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Border\/mass planting: 2–3 plants per m²; Feature: 70–100 cm apart for bold effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use caution—mildly toxic if ingested by pets; can cause vomiting and other symptoms; generally not palatable but discourage chewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light part shade (best flowering and most compact growth in full sun; tolerates light shade but flowers less)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam, sandy loam, or clay loam; thrives in a wide range of soils including heavy clay if drainage is adequate; excellent in raised beds, rockeries, and large containers with premium potting mix; tolerates Adelaide's alkaline soils exceptionally well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablishment:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak twice weekly for 8–12 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablished:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; minimal to no watering in winter once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low maintenance; deadhead spent flower stems after blooming to maintain tidiness and encourage continued flowering; remove any yellowing or damaged foliage; divide congested clumps every 5–8 years in autumn or early spring to maintain vigour and increase stock (divides less frequently than smaller varieties); feed lightly in early spring with slow-release fertiliser; mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds; virtually pest and disease-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30+ years with periodic division\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia—Adelaide plains, foothills, Fleurieu Peninsula, coastal and inland gardens; thrives in exposed, difficult sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to mildly alkaline (pH 6.5–8.5); performs exceptionally well on Adelaide's calcareous soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBold mass planting in borders and garden beds for spectacular summer colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCoastal gardens and beachfront properties—exceptional salt, wind, and exposure tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLarge-scale plantings for dramatic seasonal impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMixed perennial beds with daylilies, ornamental grasses, and salvia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLarge containers and statement pots for patios, pool surrounds, and courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRoadside and nature strip plantings—extreme tolerance to tough conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWater-wise garden beds requiring low-maintenance, reliable bold performers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInformal hedging or screening with seasonal purple flower display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCut flowers for fresh arrangements—long-lasting stems with bold impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e'Purple Cloud' agapanthus delivers spectacular deep purple-blue flower power with bulletproof Australian toughness. Vigorous, evergreen, and smothered in large rounded blooms each summer, it transforms borders, coastal gardens, and large-scale plantings into vibrant seasonal displays with minimal fuss. Drought-proof, heat-loving, frost-hardy, and thriving in Adelaide's toughest conditions—it's the ultimate low-maintenance purple powerhouse for water-wise South Australian landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48795664548092,"sku":"AGAP-ORIE-PURP-CLOU-140MM","price":14.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/agapanthus-orientalis-purple-cloud-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1771463671","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/agapanthus-orientalis-purple-cloud","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}