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Kniphofia Species, Marsh Hot Poker, Torch Lily, Tritoma

Kniphofialinearifolia

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Kniphofia linearifolia by AnniesAnnuals
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Family
Asphodelaceae (as-foh-del-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Kniphofia (nip-HOFF-ee-uh)
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Species
linearifolia (lin-ee-ar-ee-FOH-lee-uh)
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Synonym
Kniphofia linearifolia var. kuntzei
Kniphofia linearifolia var. montana
Kniphofia longiflora
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Orange
Pale Yellow
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
By dividing the rootball
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

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

Richmond, California

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Kniphofia, also called tritomas, and commonly called 'Torch Lillies', 'Red Hot Pokers' and 'Winter Cheer', are natives of Africa - 70 odd...Read More

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