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Kniphofia thompsoni

Thompson Red Hot Poker

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Description

This perennial will grow to about 6' tall and has large green, grass-like leaves with red, orange, and yellow tubular flowers that bloom in summer. Flowers resemble tiki torches. Hummingbirds love the flowers.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.