Kniphofia hybrids
Kniphofia
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Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Description
Kniphofia include both evergreen and deciduous perennials with rhizomes. They are grown for their spikes of colorul bottle-brush blossoms.
Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Blooming
Inflorescences of flowers look like glowing pokers or torches, hence the common name Red-Hot Poker. Most species flower in the summer and repeat flowering through the growing season. Plants attract bees.
Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Growth
Plants range in size from 1 1/2 ft. to 6 ft. tall. Kniphofia grows best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in a herbaceous border. Mulch plants during the first winter with straw or leaves.
Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Planting
Easily propagated from seeds or by dividing clumps.
Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Pest
These plants need to be protected from slugs and snails. Some occasional problems are stem and crown rot.
Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Interesting facts
Kniphofia is native to Southern and tropical Africa, often found atop mountains or along streamsides. They make excellent cut flowers.
Kniphofia (Kniphofia hybrids) - Soil and irrigation
Well-drained soil is essential to survival in the winter. In the summer these plants can even withstand marsh-like soil conditions. If it is too dry in the summer, they will fail to bloom. Does best in deep, fertile, sandy soil that is kept moist.
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