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Kniphofiagracilis

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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
gracilis (GRASS-il-is)
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Synonym
Kniphofia sparsa
Kniphofia woodii
Tritoma gracilis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Herbaceous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger

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Bloom Color
Red-Orange
Gold (yellow-orange)
Pale Yellow
Green
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

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

Palmyra, Virginia

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