Kniphofia Species, Dwarf Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily, Tritoma

Kniphofiaporphyrantha

Family
Asphodelaceae (as-foh-del-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Kniphofia (nip-HOFF-ee-uh)
Species
porphyrantha (por-fy-RAN-tha)
Synonym
Kniphofia conrathii
Tritoma porphyrantha
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Orange
Pale Yellow
Green
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing the rootball
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Denver, Colorado

Salt Lake City, Utah

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
0
neutral
0
negative
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