Red Hot Poker. A clump-forming perennial with narrow grass-like, arching leaves and spikes of ivory to yellow-green flowers. Max Height 30cm to 40cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers August to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Kniphofia citrina
A clump-forming perennial with narrow grass-like, arching leaves and spikes of ivory to yellow-green flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Kniphofia |
|---|---|
| Species | citrina |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Red Hot Poker |
| Flower Colour | cream, yellow, green |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 30cm, 40cm |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | August, September |
| 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 | |
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| Maintenance | |
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