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RE: Warm up with the Red Hot Poker.

in #kniphofia7 years ago (edited)

Kniphofia uvaria is commonly known as a Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily or sometimes a Tritoma. Depending on the variety, the flame colored flower spikes will reach 2-5 feet in height. The flower's coloring may range from ivory and orange to coral red. If you have sufficient space, you can select varieties to provide bloom during every month from May through October!

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Kniphofia must be grown in full sun. Provide adequate spacing for these plants which may spread up to three feet over time. Good drainage is essential to prevent crown rot, otherwise these plants are tolerant of most soil types. Torch Lilies will survive periods of drought but they will grow much better if they are given abundant water during hot weather.

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As long as you provide adequate water and fertilizer, and deadhead spent bloom stalks regularly, the hummingbirds will appreciate it because the gazillions of tubular flowers that make up the showy cones are filled with irresistible nectar.


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