Kniphofia uvaria |
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Red Hot Poker |
This perennial will reach about 3' tall and has large green leaves with orange flowers that bloom in summer and fall.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Seascape, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Walls / Fences, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.