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Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne'

Also Known As

  • Queen Anne Lily of the Nile

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne' plant details

Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Violet blue Lily of the Nile. This vibrant colored plant is great for the border in August.
This is a mid sized blue getting to 2-3' tall. Similar in height to Getty White. Can be variable like Peter Pan in height.

Gardening facts about Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne' plant

How to Grow Agapanthus africanus 'Queen Anne'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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aka Storm Cloud African Lily, Storm Cloud Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus 'Storm Cloud' seedhead by Anna Kullgren
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aka Agapanthus 'Cobalt Blue', Cobalt Blue African Lily, Cobalt Blue Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Agapanthus x 'Ellamae', Ellamae African Lily, Ellamae Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 48"-60"

Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus 'Ellamae' flower by Karl Gercens III
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aka Agapanthus 'Graskop', Graskop African Lily, Graskop Lily of the Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus inapertus ssp. pendulus 'Graskop' flower, foliage, form by Briggs Plant Propagators
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aka Hinag African Lily, Hinag Agapanthus, Hinag Lily of the Nile, Summer Gold African Lily, Summer Gold Lily Of The Nile

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Agapanthus 'Hinag' PP10866 foliage by Karl Gercens III
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