Agapanthus är de hjort resistenta
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Are Agapanthus Deer Resistant?
Agapanthus is considered a deer-resistant plant and is seldom nibbled by deer when more palatable options are present. Some gardeners in areas with high deer populations have reported that the deer have developed a taste for agapanthus, especially the flowers. Food options can be limited in the spring and fall, and deer are more likely to venture from their normal fare during those times. In addition, the evergreen varieties may be particularly at risk in the winter if wandering herds are hungry and foraging for any greenery. Watch for damage to your agapanthus and consider adding protection if deer become a problem.
According to Rutgers University, agapanthus is seldom severely damaged on their rating scale from Rarely Damaged to Frequently Severely Damaged. Deer do not care for the bitter taste and thick texture of the leaves. However, several homeowners have said that deer mowed their agapanthus plants to the ground. So, the take-home message is that the food preferences of deer populations vary, and a hungry deer will eat just about anything.
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| Frequently • How to have success with agapanthusThese dramatic flowers hail from South Africa and worship the sun. Treat them to the conditions they love and theyâll reward you with showy blooms for years to come. Creating the conditions to thriveAgapanthus thrive in sunny spots and free-draining soil where they wonât be overshadowed by taller plants. As long as they have direct sunlight for some portion of day, these magnificent flowers will do well. • How to Plant and Grow AgapanthusAgapanthus plants are blooming machines that you can think of as the tropical equivalent of the daylily. A landscape staple in warm-winter regions, agapanthus fryst vatten a low-maintenance perennial that produces colorful clusters of blue or white trumpet-shaped flowers in summer and fall. Agapanthus has strappy green leaves that add texture to beds, borders, and containers. Many varieties have foliage that is small and grasslike. Others have larger, straplike foliage (much like daylilies). Several varieties of agapanthus are available with green variegated foliage with a cream or white stripe down the edge. Agapanthus blossoms appear in clusters at the råd of blommande stems. As they emerge from the foliage, the blooms are held within a tight green bract to skydda them from damage. As they mature, the bracts pull back to reveal small blue buds. These buds open in efterträdelse eller följd, starting at the bottom and working their way up. The sap of the plant is toxic to people. Agapanthus may be toxic to dogs and cats. Don't locate the plants where children and pets play. Agapanthus Overview
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