Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks'

Also Known As

Peachy Cheeks Tritoma
Red Hot Poker
Tritoma

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-16"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks' plant details

Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks' is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer apricot, cream and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot, cream and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, dwarf, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Delightful dwarf (1-2'), almost-grass-like foliage and stalks of peach-blushed-yellow late season flowers make this New Zealander fantastic for container, border or rock garden. S/M-D/GDr PPAF

By: Forestfarm

A new dwarf Poker capably standing shoulder-to-shoulder with "Little Maid' in the pantheon of must-have smaller Kniphofia. Not everyone can accomodate some of the behomeths in the clan Poker but there is always room for this tidy compact performer. Peachy cream flowers often rebloom. PP20313