Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome'
Also Known As
- Kniphofia 'Tall Dark & Handsome'
- Tall Dark & Handsome Torch Lily
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome' plant details
Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome' plant
How to Grow Kniphofia 'Tall Dark and Handsome'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Color
- orange
Texture
- grassy
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Color
- green
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun -mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-4'
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Zones
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Size
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- sun -mostly sun
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 2'
- sun
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- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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Zones
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