Kniphofia 'Border Ballet'

Also Known As

Border Ballet Red Hot Poker

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 2'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' plant details

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer coral, pink, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Border Ballet'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: coral, pink, red and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Border Ballet'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Manageably short (24"), heavily blooming and wildly colorful (in shades shades of red, pink, yellow, and orange), these drought-tolerant summer-bloomers will be oooohed at as they ?dance? in your border. S/M/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Our selection from the best colors including many pastels that won't clash with everything else, by far the best hybrid Kniphofia we have ever offered. ZONE 6