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Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights'

Also Known As

  • Kniphofia 'Traffic Lights'
  • Traffic Lights Red Hot Poker
  • Traffic Lights Torch Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights' plant details

Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer green, orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: green, orange, red and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, edging plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clumping . Spike-like raceme changes from red to yellow to green. Blooms best in full sun. Slug bait!

Gardening facts about Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights' plant

How to Grow Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
    • yellow
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 20"-36"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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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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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

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