Cimicifuga (Actea) Queen of Sheba 2 Litre Pot

Cimicifuga (Actaea) ‘Queen of Sheba’ – Bold Foliage & Scented Spires for Late-Season Drama

Cimicifuga (Actaea) ‘Queen of Sheba’ is a striking herbaceous perennial that brings elegance and late-season interest to borders and woodland gardens. Known for its finely cut, deep purple-bronze foliage and tall, graceful spires of fragrant pale pink-white flowers, this variety creates a dramatic vertical accent from late summer into autumn. Ideal for part shade, it adds movement, texture, and subtle fragrance to the garden when many other plants have faded.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Spring – Rich, dark foliage emerges, offering contrast to surrounding greens.
  
• Summer – Foliage deepens in tone; upright flower buds begin to form.
  
• Autumn – Long, bottlebrush-style flower spikes bloom, attracting pollinators and swaying gently in the breeze.
  
• Winter – Dies back naturally, returning with fresh growth in spring.

Structure & Form

• Height: Reaches 1 – 1.5m tall in flower.

• Spread: Around 0.5 - 1m wide.

• Foliage: Deeply divided, bronze-purple leaves provide striking contrast in mixed plantings.

• Flowers: Slender, upright spires of soft pinkish-white blooms with a sweet, pleasant fragrance.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Shady Borders & Woodland Gardens – Thrives in dappled light or partial shade.

• Mixed Herbaceous Plantings – Adds structure and colour contrast.

• Late-Season Interest – Blooms when most perennials are fading.

• Pollinator-Friendly Gardens – Flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Best in partial shade; tolerates morning sun if soil stays moist.

• Soil: Prefers humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK.

• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; remove spent flower stems and tidy up in late winter.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in hot weather.

Why Choose ‘Queen of Sheba’?

• Striking Dark Foliage – Creates bold contrast in shade gardens.
• Fragrant, Elegant Flowers – Tall, scented spires bloom in late summer.
• Perfect for Shade – Thrives in less sunny spots where colour is needed.
• Pollinator-Friendly – A magnet for bees and butterflies.

Cimicifuga (Actaea) ‘Queen of Sheba’ in a 2 Litre Pot is a refined perennial that brings height, texture, and rich colour to shadier garden spaces. Whether in a woodland setting or a stylish mixed border, it’s a plant that combines drama and elegance all in one.

Cimicifuga (Actea) Queen of Sheba 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery White

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.