- FLOWER CHANGES COLOUR - Flower starts deep orange red, the flower buds become paler before they open, while the flowers will continue to fade to pale yellow as they mature.
- SHADE LOVER - This herbaceous plant can grow in partial shade in the garden or sun also.
- PLANT CARE - In autumn remove and compost the faded, flower spikes and apply a deep, dry mulch around the crown of the plant.
Plant genus Kniphofia
Common Name Red Hot Poker
Plant type Herbs
Foliage type Herbaceous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Yellow
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Geranium, Salvia, Nepeta
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
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