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Posted 12/28/2022 in Perennial

Kniphofia caulescens

An upright, clump-forming perennial, Kniphofia caulescens features large blue-green blades around a single truck. Spikes of small tubular flowers emerge coral red but mature to yellow giving the flowers a two- toned appearance.

Post Details

Latin Name
Kniphofia caulescens
Common Name
Red Hot Poker
Planting Zone
Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
2-4 ft
Spread
1-2 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

An upright, clump-forming perennial, Kniphofia caulescens features large blue-green blades around a single truck. Spikes of small tubular flowers emerge coral red but mature to yellow giving the flowers a two- toned appearance.

Special Care Instructions

Foliage remains evergreen in frost-free. Cut back foliage in early spring. Remove spent flowers.

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