Baby Pete Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus praecox 'Benfran'): Compact Reblooming Agapanthus

Overview

Baby Pete™ Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus praecox ssp. orientalis 'Benfran' PP#21,705) is a breakthrough compact agapanthus that reblooms continuously from spring through summer. Its short, wide evergreen foliage and masses of blue flowers just above the leaves make it ideal for small gardens and containers.

Botanical Description

Clump-forming perennial 30–38 cm tall, 45–60 cm wide. Leaves are strap-shaped, dark green, arching. Flowers are tubular, blue, in dense umbels held just above the foliage. Rarely sets seed pods, directing energy into prolonged flowering.

Taxonomy

Genus:	Agapanthus
Species:	praecox ssp. orientalis
Cultivar:	'Benfran' (Baby Pete™)

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to part shade.
• Moisture: Dry to medium; water regularly first season, then reduce.
• Hardiness: USDA zones 8–11; colder with protection.

Care and Maintenance

Clip spent blooms for tidy appearance and to encourage rebloom. Low maintenance once established. Information provided by Monrovia.

Garden Uses

Containers, border fronts, mass plantings, coastal gardens. Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure.

Quick Reference

Height:	30–38 cm
Spread:	45–60 cm
Flower Color:	Blue
Foliage:	Green, Evergreen
Seasonal Interest:	Spring, Summer