The Black Jack Agapanthus is a true showstopper! Crowned Plant of the Year at the 2023 Chelsea Flower Show, this award-winning variety was bred right here in South Africa by the renowned De Wet breeders. Celebrated as the most intensely coloured agapanthus available today, it dazzles with velvety, deep purple-black blooms that flower from November through March in Cape Town.
Perfect for borders, containers, and coastal gardens, this indigenous beauty thrives in full sun to semi-shade and is wonderfully water-wise. Black Jack is more than a plant. It's a statement of sophistication, resilience, and world-class flair for your garden.
Plant in well-drained soil with good sun exposure or semi-shade. Water moderately during the growing season, reducing in winter when Cape Town’s rains provide natural moisture. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering and maintain a neat look. Divide clumps every few years to keep plants vigorous and healthy.
Agapanthus ‘Black Jack’ is not only a garden gem but also a global star, celebrated internationally for its rare colour intensity. Owning one means you’re growing a piece of horticultural history right in your Cape Town garden!
| Botanical Name | Agapanthus Praecox 'Black Jack' |
| Growth Expectancy | 1m H x 40cm W |
| Position | Sun to Semi-Shade |
| Water Smart | Semi-Water Smart |
| Indigenous | Yes |
