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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 5–10Type PerennialClimate 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

Type: Perennial
Family: Liliaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — They're excellent for creating focal points within borders and are also drought-tolerant once established; this, image 134

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — and then to a creamy yellow towards the base - a gradation reminiscent of a flickering flame; thriving in USDA zones 5-9

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — Flowering occurs from late spring to early fall; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5, image 62

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — Flowering occurs from late spring to early fall; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9

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

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) — The blooming season extends from late spring to early fall; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — perennial for full or half; ensuring your garden is as wildlife-friendly as it is beautiful, image 140

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — attracting hummingbirds and beneficial pollinators while being deer resistant; the blooming season extends from, image 147

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — a striking perennial that adds a flair of the exotic to any garden

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — It reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads 1 to 2 feet; thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this perennial prefers, image 145

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — Often referred to as torch lilies; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9, image 94

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — They're excellent for creating focal points within borders and are also drought-tolerant once established; this South

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) — these plants are deer-resistant and attract a plethora of pollinators

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) — Flowering occurs from late spring to early fall; this South African native thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5, image 146

Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — The Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia uvaria)

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 104

Kniphofia Uvaria

Kniphofia Uvaria

Kniphofia Uvaria

Kniphofia Uvaria

Kniphofia Uvaria

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