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Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans'

Also Known As

  • Maid of Orleans Red Hot Poker
  • Maid of Orleans Torch Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 1'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans' plant details

Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cream flowers.

By: Zephs

Gardening facts about Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans' plant

How to Grow Kniphofia 'Maid of Orleans'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-2'

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

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