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Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily

Kniphofia Thompsoni

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Overview

Kniphofia thompsonii, commonly known as Red-Hot-Poker or Torch Lily, is a striking perennial with upright spikes of tubular flowers transitioning from red to yellow, resembling a fiery torch. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 3-5 ft in height with a spread of 1.5-2.5 ft. Prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Drought-resistant once established, it's excellent for adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators to sunny borders or gravel gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–9Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Alpine
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Drought-resistant once established
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — commonly known as Red-Hot-Poker or Torch LilyRed-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 3-5 ft in height with a spread of 1.5-2.5 ftRed-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Prefers full sun and well-draining soilRed-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — is a striking perennial with upright spikes of tubular flowers transitioning from red to yellow

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial, Shrub
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Drought-resistant once established
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — commonly known as Red-Hot-Poker or Torch Lily
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 3-5 ft in height with a spread of 1.5-2.5 ft
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Prefers full sun and well-draining soil
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — is a striking perennial with upright spikes of tubular flowers transitioning from red to yellow
Photographs by 3 contributors

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