African Queen Trumpet Lily Bulbs – Fragrant Apricot Blooms

Fill a summer border or patio display with the warm color and rich fragrance of African Queen trumpet lilies. Large, trumpet-shaped flowers in apricot-orange tones rise above the foliage, creating an eye-catching focal point in beds and generously sized containers. Plant near a seating area to enjoy their scent when the flowers open.

Choose Your Bulb Pack

• 1 bag of 3: 3 bulbs total.
• 3 bags of 3: 9 bulbs total.

This listing is for lily bulbs for planting, not seeds, potted plants, or cut flowers.

Plant Highlights

• Variety: African Queen trumpet lily.
• Flowers: Large, apricot-orange trumpets with a strong fragrance.
• Bloom season: Summer; timing varies with climate and planting conditions.
• Height: Previously listed at approximately 3 feet; actual height varies with conditions.
• Hardiness: Listed for USDA Zones 4–9.
• Light: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Well-drained soil; suitable for a range of soil types when drainage is good.
• Uses: Beds, borders, and large containers.

When and How to Plant

Plant in spring, or in fall where local conditions allow bulbs to establish before severe cold. Plant promptly after arrival rather than allowing bulbs to dry out. Avoid frozen or waterlogged soil.

Set bulbs pointed end upward with approximately 4–6 inches of soil above the bulbs. Space about 8 inches apart in garden plantings. Group bulbs for a fuller display, leaving room around each group for mature growth and access.

Water after planting and maintain moisture during active growth without keeping the soil soggy. Choose a sheltered position and provide support if stems need it.

Growing in Containers

The previous planting guidance suggests 3 bulbs in a 10–14-inch patio pot. Choose a deep container with drainage holes and enough room for the planting depth and roots. Use a freely draining potting mix rather than dense garden soil.

Check pots regularly because they can dry faster than garden beds. Water thoroughly when needed, allow excess water to drain, and never leave the pot standing in water. Protect containers from damaging winter extremes according to your local climate.

Growing in Warm Areas

In hot-summer areas, choose morning sun with some afternoon shade and good airflow. Keep the root zone cool with a light layer of mulch, keeping mulch away from the stems. Water at soil level as needed, especially during dry spells, while maintaining excellent drainage.

Keep pots away from heat-reflecting walls and very hot paving. Warm conditions do not remove the need for seasonal rest: the listed Zones 4–9 are not a promise of reliable flowering in frost-free tropical climates. In areas with continuously warm winters, ask a local horticultural adviser about trumpet-lily suitability and bulb dormancy before planting. Do not apply tulip refrigerator-chilling instructions to these lilies without cultivar-specific guidance.

After Flowering

Remove faded flowers, but leave stems and green leaves to replenish the bulbs. Cut back only after foliage yellows naturally. Reduce watering as growth dies back, while avoiding prolonged waterlogging. Flowering and repeat performance depend on climate, bulb condition, and care.

Important Pet Safety

True lilies are extremely toxic to cats. Keep bulbs, plants, flowers, pollen, and vase water away from cats. If exposure is suspected, seek urgent veterinary care. These bulbs are ornamental planting material, not food; keep out of reach of children and pets.