Kniphofia 'Doctor E.M. Mills'

Also Known As

Kniphofia 'Dr. E. M. Mills'
Red Hot Poker

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6'
W: 2'

planting zones

7b-9b

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Kniphofia 'Doctor E.M. Mills' plant details

Kniphofia 'Doctor E.M. Mills' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Doctor E.M. Mills'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: rare, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Doctor E.M. Mills'

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rarely offered 'Poker which is not even listed in the last RHS Plant Finder so good luck finding this elsewhere. Much valued for late season bloom, I have seen this in flower at Christmas on one unusually mild winter. Imposing and statuesque, this is a must-have for the Kniphofia collector.