Kniphofia Species, Marsh Hot Poker, Torch Lily, Tritoma

Kniphofialinearifolia

Family
Asphodelaceae (as-foh-del-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Kniphofia (nip-HOFF-ee-uh)
Species
linearifolia (lin-ee-ar-ee-FOH-lee-uh)
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
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
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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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
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neutral
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negative
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(Zone 1) | November 2012 | positive

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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