Plant name: Phygelius 'African Queen'
Other names: Cape figwort 'African Queen'
Category: Semi-evergreen shrub
Plant family: Scrophulariaceae
Light preference: Full sun
Soil preference: Loam, sand, chalk, clay; acid, neutral; well-drained
Flowering/fruiting month: July - September
Size:
- 1 - 1.5 metres height
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1 - 1.5 metres spread
Description:
Phygelius are evergreen shrubs that are often grown as herbaceous perennials in the UK climate. They have beautiful nodding flowers that rise up on erect panicles. They quite an exotic look in my mind!
Care:
This plant like well-drained soil and will not enjoy heavy frosts! Using a mulch will help.
Current appearance: Small plant
