Where are agapanthus native to?

Where are agapanthus native to?

southern Africa Native to southern Africa (i.e. Cape Province and Natal in South Africa).

Are agapanthus banned in NZ?

The former Auckland Regional Council (now subsumed into the Auckland Council) classed it as a surveillance plant pest in 2007. In the 2011-2016 Regional Pest Management Strategy the Bay of Plenty Regional Council classes it as a restricted pest plant.

Are agapanthus natives?

The plant can become a weed in areas with a suitable climate. It's native to South Africa, like a lot of our worst ecological weeds. ... “Native” Agapanthus liles on sale at Bunnings, 2014. Obviously it's a popular plant: weedy potential or not, they are all over the place like a rash.

Where do agapanthus flowers originate from?

South Africa Agapanthus originate from South Africa so you can be sure they like sun. To flower well and thrive, Agapanthus need to be planted in a sunny spot, part of the garden which enjoys sun for at least 2/3rds of the day.

Are agapanthus banned in Australia?

In our research, in other areas councils have labelled Agapanthus as a weed through bad publicity when the department of agriculture does not. ... And of course, in locations like the Mornington Peninsula all parties have come to agree it should be banned.

What kills agapanthus NZ?

There are 3 options for control of agapanthus depending on the situation:

• Option 1 - Spray with Weed Weapon Extra Strength (plus Kiwicare Dye & Stick) or Weed Weapon Rapid Action Ready to Use. ...
• Option 2 - Cut down the agapanthus plants and immediately paint the stump with thick layer of Weed Weapon Invade Gel.

How did Agapanthus become popular in New Zealand?

Agapanthus -- specifically Agapanthus praecox and its cultivars -- were brought to New Zealand and later became a popular and common invasive species garden plant. Troops returning from the Second Boer War in the native range of this genus liked the plant, escalating its commonplace use in the early twentieth century.

Can you plant Agapanthus praecox in New Zealand?

To slow further invasion of Agapanthus into natural ecosystems Auckland Council has declared Agapanthus praecox a Sustained Control plant in the Auckland Pest Management Plan 2019-2029. The great news is you can still plant cultivars of Agapanthus that have passed low fertility tests. These cultivars do not produce any, or hardly any, seeds.

Is the Agapanthus a weed or a plant?

Agapanthus ( Agapanthus praecox) is a popular garden plant but its hardiness and high seed production mean it is an environmental weed. It’s jumped the garden fence onto roadsides, coastal cliffs and forests where it outcompetes and smothers native plants.

Where is the best place to plant Agapanthus?

Agapanthus plants - native to southern Africa - are strong growing perennials, popular for their fine foliage and long lasting flowers. Agapanthus are ideal for background plants, edges, fence or driveway entrances. They will grow almost anywhere, whether in deep shade or full sun.