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Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold'

Also Known As

  • Tower of Gold Poker Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold' plant details

Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, showy, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen perennial, large -- to 5' tall -- with yellow flowers in summer, and narrow, upright, dark green foliage all year. A striking accent in the garden. Sun and good drainage is best with only occasional summer water once established, every 3 weeks to a month. Frost hardy to 15 to 20 °F, mid USDA zone 8.

Gardening facts about Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold' plant

How to Grow Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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