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Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix]

Also Known As

  • Kniphofia praecox [Mix]
  • Red Hot Poker
  • Torch Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix] plant details

Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very large flower scapes mostly in hot orange shades. This is an excellent poker, more fun than Texas Hold'em, and safer than poking streetwalkers. ZONE 6

Gardening facts about Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix] plant

How to Grow Kniphofia uvaria grandiflora [Mix]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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aka Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Red Hot Poker, Torch Plant

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 20"-36"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Kniphofia brachystachya flower, form by Stan Shebs
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aka Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-2'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Primrose Beauty Red Hot Poker, Primrose Beauty Torch Lily

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Kniphofia 'Primrose Beauty' flower by Far Reaches Farm
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aka Giant Red Hot Poker

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-11

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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