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Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix)

Also Known As

  • Kniphofia uvaria 'Flamenco Mix'
  • Red-Hot-Poker Mix of Colors

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix) plant details

Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix) is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange, red, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix)

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange, red, white and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix)

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Kniphofia uvaria ‘Flamenco Mix’ features tall spikes of bottlebrush-like flowers in shades of red, yellow and orange that bloom above evergreen clumps of grass-like foliage. Cut flowers regularly to encourage continuous bloom. Grow Fire Poker Plant in deep, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Avoid standing water in the winter. Adds texture and color to mixed borders and large containers.

Gardening facts about Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix) plant

How to Grow Kniphofia uvaria (Flamenco Mix)

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

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  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Width: 12"-24"

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Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-2'

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Perennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

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  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

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