Red Hot Poker. A clump-forming perennial with narrow V-shaped, arching glaucous leaves and spikes of coral-red flowers fading to pale yellow. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Kniphofia caulescens
A clump-forming perennial with narrow V-shaped, arching glaucous leaves and spikes of coral-red flowers fading to pale yellow.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Kniphofia |
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Species | caulescens |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Red Hot Poker |
Flower Colour | red, yellow |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.2m |
Family | Asphodelaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | August, October |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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