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Kniphofia dwarf

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Kniphofia dwarf plant details

Kniphofia dwarf is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia dwarf

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia dwarf

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Kniphofia dwarf plant

How to Grow Kniphofia dwarf

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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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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Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-2'

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Zones

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Size

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  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

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