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Red Hot Poker
Uses:
- Pollinator Gardens
- Next to Sidewalks & Roads
- Thriller in Containers
Features:
- Unique Bright Blooms
- Deer & Rabbit Resistant
- Drought & Salt Tolerant
Sunlight:
- Full Sun
- 6+ Hours of Direct Sun
Growing Zones:
- 5-9
- What is My Zone?
Red Hot Poker plants have tall unique flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies & bees. Plant next to sidewalks & roads in full sun locations for added curb appeal in the harshest of locations in the yard.
Why Buy Red Hot Poker Online?
Red Hot Poker is in the genus Kniphofia and family Asphodelaceae. Also known as tritoma, torch lily, knofflers or poker plants. These plants are flowering perennials that have narrow, grass-like leaves. The brightly colored flowers grow on upright spikes growing from the plant. The flowers are red, orange, yellow and often multicolored. The flowers produce a large amount of nectar while blooming and attract bees, sunbirds, hummingbirds and New World orioles. The plants are native to Africa.
The Best Way To Use Red Hot Poker
Most gardeners grow red hot pokers for the height and bright colored flowers that can grow over 4 feet tall! The plants are extremely hardy and can handle full sunlight and harsh winters. The low maintenance plants are great next to sidewalks and roads and are salt tolerant as well. Kniphofia is winter hardy in growing zones 5 to 9. These plants are sure to draw attention in your garden and require minimal care.
Tall bright attractive blooms
Low maintenance
Flowers are red, orange, yellow
Great next to sidewalks and roads
Growing zones 5 to 9
About Red Hot Poker
Genus
Species
Family
Kniphofia
Uvaria , rooperi, 'John May', 'Percy's Pride', northiae, 'Royal Standard', caulescens
Asphodelaceae
Common Names:
Torch Lily, Tritoma
Native To:
South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini
Plant Type:
Perennials
Foliage Type:
Semi-Evergreen, Deciduous, Herbaceous
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flower Color:
Flower Bloom Time:
Mid-summer to fall
Growth Habit:
Clumping, Spreading, Upright
Attracts:
Bees, Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Tolerates:
Drought,Heat,
Resists:
Deer, Rabbits, Voles, Moles, Diseases, Pests
How To Use Red Hot Poker In The Garden
Red Hot Poker plants (Kniphofia) send up torch-like flower spikes in shades of red, orange, and yellow. These tubular flowers are arranged densely atop tall, slender stems, creating a dramatic visual display in gardens. The blooms are also rich in nectar and highly attractive to pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant's long, narrow, grass-like leaves form clumps at the base and add texture and architectural interest.
The bold flower spikes of Red Hot Pokers provide vertical interest and make excellent focal points in mixed borders or as striking accents in perennial beds. They pair well with plants like Echinacea and ornamental grasses, offering contrasting forms and complementary colors. Additionally, their drought tolerance and preference for full sun make them suitable for xeriscaping and low-maintenance landscapes.
Red Hot Poker Care
Red Hot Poker requires full sun exposure, with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. After planting, water thoroughly and continue to provide about one inch of water per week during summer months, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. While these plants are somewhat drought-resistant, regular watering promotes optimal flowering. A light fertilizer application in the spring can be beneficial.
Pruning Red Hot Poker involves removing spent blooms after they fade to encourage continuous flowering. Leave the foliage intact through the winter, as the leaves protect the crown from wet, cold conditions. In early spring, old foliage can be cut back to about three inches to prepare for new growth. When growing in containers, select a dwarf variety and use a pot with drainage holes. Before the first freeze, move the container indoors to enjoy as a houseplant over the winter.
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Red Hot Poker Companion Plants
Plants that go well with red hot poker are sun loving annuals, perennials and shrubs. Some of our favorite plants to grow with red hot poker are dahlias, daylilies, baptisia, coneflowers, sedum, arborvitae, and ornamental grass.
