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Red Hot Poker

Kniphofia Uvaria

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Overview

Kniphofia uvaria, commonly known as the Red Hot Poker, brings striking vertical interest to gardens with its torch-like, vibrant red to orange flower spikes. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this perennial prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads 1 to 2 feet. Flowering occurs from late spring to early fall, attracting hummingbirds and beneficial pollinators while being deer resistant.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–10Climate Mediterranean
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — commonly known as the Red Hot Poker

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9; the blooming season extends from late, image 67
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — Red Hot Pokers typically reach 2 to 3 feet in height; thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this perennial prefers full, image 69
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — grass-like leaves are predominantly evergreen and can span up to 3 feet in length and 1 inch in width; the, image 99
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — with flower spikes that can extend an additional 1 to 2 feet above the foliage; this South African native, image 98
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — and then to a creamy yellow towards the base - a gradation reminiscent of a flickering flame; thriving in USDA, image 157
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — a striking perennial that adds a flair of the exotic to any garden; thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this perennial, image 149
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — Often referred to as torch lilies; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9, image 150
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9; the blooming season extends from late, image 151
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — indicating a robustness for various climates.<br><br>Standing tall; ensuring your garden is as wildlife-friendly, image 152
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — Red Hot Pokers typically reach 2 to 3 feet in height; thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this perennial prefers full, image 153
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — with flower spikes that can extend an additional 1 to 2 feet above the foliage; this South African native, image 154
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — grass-like leaves are predominantly evergreen and can span up to 3 feet in length and 1 inch in width; the, image 155
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — which transition in color from red at the tip; ensuring your garden is as wildlife-friendly as it is beautiful, image 156
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — The blooming season extends from late spring to early fall; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness, image 158
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — They're excellent for creating focal points within borders and are also drought-tolerant once established; this, image 162
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — providing a long-lasting display of color throughout the warmer months.<br><br>For optimal growth; the blooming, image 159
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — the Red Hot Poker requires full sun and well-drained soil; ensuring your garden is as wildlife-friendly as it is, image 160
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — A mature plant can spread about 1.5 to 2 feet, necessitating adequate spacing in landscape design; thriving in, image 161
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — making them an ideal candidate for xeriscaping or gardens with water conservation in mind; the blooming season, image 163

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