Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba'
Also Known As
- Queen of Sheba Bugbane
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba' plant details
Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with purple foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: deciduous purple
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: fragrant, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Gossler Farms
Gardening facts about Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba' plant
How to Grow Actaea 'Queen Of Sheba'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- purple
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Perennial
Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 2'-4'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 1'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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