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Kniphofia uvaria

Also Known As

Red Hot Poker
Torch Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Kniphofia uvaria plant details

Kniphofia uvaria is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia uvaria

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia uvaria

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Orange-red coloured flowers.

By: Zephs

Unreliable in our hot deseert. Full Sun to Light Shade. Bright Red w/Yellow. Attractive to hummingbirds. Outdoor. Light/Bright Shade.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Late summer red tubular blooms are similar to Aloe’s torch sprays, attractive to hummingbirds. Hardy to 5 °F.

By: Cactus Jungle

Almost indestructible perennial! Laughs at drought, loves the heat – thrives on total neglect! Aloe like pointed leaves – colorful torches in May on 4-5' stalks..shades of yellow, red and orange. These are seedlings so some variation is normal. A real 'establish and abandon' plant!