Illustrative photo.
Kniphofia uvaria 'FLAMENCO' torch lily, red hot poker
size/type
mid-sized perennial
usual height
0,6-1m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
June-August
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
5b (down to -27°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant
Red hot poker is an attractive perennial making 60-100 cm long stalks with coral-red funnel-shaped flowers at the top, yellow at the bottom. They come out in June and continue blooming until August. Narrow, linear leaves are deep green and evergreen in temperate climate. It needs deep, humus-rich, well drained soil. It does best when mulched to retain moisture in summer and for protection against severe frosts in winter. Sunny or part-shaded location. Fully hardy to -24°C (USDA zone 6) or approx. -30°C (USDA zone 5) with mulch.
Last update 01-07-2008.
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