Kniphofia 'Naudes Nek'

Also Known As

Red Hot Poker
Torch Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Kniphofia 'Naudes Nek' plant details

Kniphofia 'Naudes Nek' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Naudes Nek'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Naudes Nek'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nice seedling selection from Naudes Nek, the highest trafficable pass in the Drakensberg Mtns, South Africa, collected by the O'Byrne's from Northwest Garden Nursery. 4' tall and 2 ½' wide, clumps of crisp bright green leaves anchor the tall spikes of pok