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Kniphofia stricta
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 36"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 8a-9b
Kniphofia stricta plant details
Kniphofia stricta is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia stricta
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 36 IN tall
- Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia stricta
- USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Kniphofia stricta plant
How to Grow Kniphofia stricta
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- orange
- yellow
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- grassy
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