Kniphofia Poco Red PP27446

Scientific Name: Kniphofia 'TNKNIPR'

Also Known As

Kniphofia 'Poco Red'
Kniphofia Poco® Red
Poco Red Red Hot Poker
TORCH FLOWER

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Kniphofia Poco Red PP27446 plant details

Kniphofia Poco Red PP27446 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia Poco Red PP27446

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia Poco Red PP27446

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Poco Red' produces hot spikes of red flowers that rise continuously from summer into fall. The short grassy foliage looks neat all summer. A terrific drought tolerant garden plant. Great in the mid-border. The Kniphofia Poco Series is shorter than the Popsicle Series.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Coral-red nectar filled flowers bloom all summer and into fall on dwarf (just 20 inches tall!) stalks; at only 14" x14" it is perfect for containers or small gardens; beloved by pollinators and deer resistant too! S/M-GDr