Growing to only 12 inches tall, dwarf lily-of-the-Nile, or Peter Pan agapanthus (Agapanthus 'Peter Pan'), is a beautiful mini version of traditional agapanthus. From early summer through fall, this cultivar displays delicate blue flowers borne in rounded umbels at the end of inflorescences to 18 inches tall, held above clumps of strap-shaped, deep green leaves. It is native to the South African coast, with some species migrating inland to rivers and streams, and the long coastal dry season there has bred drought resistance into those cultivars. Agapanthus tend to be evergreen in coastal areas, with deciduous species occurring in inland regions. This plant's very strong root system makes it ideal for growing in rock gardens and as a border plant in warmer climates (USDA Zones 8a through 11), but it is also very successful as a container plant, where keeping the plant slightly rootbound improves flowering.

Agapanthus blooms best in a spot where it gets full sun and has moist, well-drained, acidic soil with a pH from 5.1 to 6.0. Difficult to cultivate true to seed, Agapanthus is usually spread by division of rootstock. Divide every 3 to 4 years to keep clumps healthy and vigorous, but make sure to wear gloves, as agapanthus may cause allergic dermatitis in sensitive individuals.