Noteworthy Characteristics. Kniphofia hirsuta, commonly known as red-hot poker or hairy red-hot poker, is a low-growing, compact species native to the Southern Drakensberg region of South Africa and Lesotho where it is found on exposed, grassy slopes at altitudes between 8,000-9,000'.The stiff foliage (up to 2' long and 1' wide) is narrow and lance-shaped with a prominent center fold and fine.

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Spikes topped by narrow, tubular flowers from pale yellow to orange-red.

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Plant them in front of an evergreen background, or as a stand alone specimen - and be sure they will draw the attention of all onlookers. Never plant your Red Hot Pokers with their crown deeper than 3 in. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage more bloom and protect their crowns in winter in hardiness 6.
The red hot poker is a member of the liliaceae family which is home to common lilies. These drought and heat tolerant perennials do well in the heat of mid summer, long after some of the other plants in your garden have started to suffer from the heat. If you live in an arid area, it is the ideal plant for you. The plant is native to South Africa.
Lively, cinnamon red flower spikes bloom continuously throughout summer and into fall. The tidy clump of narrow green foliage remains neat throughout summer. A terrific drought tolerant garden plant that infuses dynamic color and texture into sunny beds a.
'Alcazar' Red Hot Poker brings warm, fiery color to the garden with its vibrant flower spikes. Each flame-like bloom is formed with dangling red-orange buds that open from bottom to top, revealing faded yellow interiors. A favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies, this unusual plant is easy to grow, perfect for beginner gardeners.

Not a blowtorch, but close. Spikes glow, blaze open fiery red, then pale and wither. Mixture contains colors not usually available. Use as accents with grasses or sprawling blues and purples. Spice up your hypercums, heleniums and gaillardias. The classic showpiece. GARDEN HINTS: Seeds may be started indoors about 6 weeks before outdoor planting time. In cold areas, protect over winter with a layer of straw mulch. Cultivate or mulch to control weeds.

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Introduction to Perennials

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Short Description

Spikes topped by narrow, tubular flowers from pale yellow to orange-red.

Full Description

Item #Product

Quantity

Order: 1 Pkt. (50 seeds)

In Stock

Product properties

Sun

Full Sun

Spread

24 inches

Resistant To

Drought

100%

satisfaction
guaranteed

Images

Enlarge Photo

Video

Introduction to Perennials

Perennials return year after year blooming on their own. Watch this introduction and discover how easy and rewarding growing perennials can be.

Watch videoPerennials Tour #1

Take a garden tour and see favorite perennial plants in a garden setting. In this video- Shasta Daisy, Ornamental Grass, Butterfly Bush, Echinacea and Hydrangea.

Watch videoGrowing Calendarfor Grow (0)Product Details

6-10

Full Sun

42 inches

24 inches

Red Hot Poker Plant Zone 10

Fall, Summer

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Red Hot Poker Plant Zone

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Kniphofia

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