Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' in New Jersey/Maryland

Tender Perennial Requires Winter Protection

Agapanthus africanus 'Peter Pan' is not hardy in NJ (zone 6) or MD (zone 7). Bloom period: midsummer. April bloom was forced. Options:

Plant in ground after frost; lift fleshy roots before first frost, store cool/dry in net bag.
Grow in container; move indoors before frost.
Indoors: stays green but flowers minimally; fluorescent light won't sustain bloom.
Seeds germinate easily (1/4 inch deep, moist, warm, 3-4 weeks).

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