- USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9
- Height 3-3.5 Feet Tall
- Spread 2-2.5 Feet Wide
- Light Requirement is Full Sun
The flowers of red hot poker (Kniphofia) varieties stand out in a landscape, even from across the street. Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker adds bright yellow drama to the stunning appearance of the big, slender bloom stalks. Since it's drought tolerant, even in full sun, you can plant this 3-foot high Kniphofia along a sidewalk, driveway, fence or wall. Use the plant in containers, too, or anywhere you want some height and summer flowers the color of the sun.
Kniphofias grow in zones 5 through 9 in full sun and can take poor to fertile soil. Their flowers appear from early to late summer and last for some time. Once the flowers fade, birds flock to the seeds and the grass-like foliage that remains, forming a cascading clump of up to 36 inches around. Deer and rabbits usually leave the plants alone. Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker also is salt tolerant, so feel free to plant it near where you must salt winter ice.
Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker Care
It's easy to leave the faded flower stalks on the plant, or you can cut a few blooming stalks to bring inside and feature in a fresh flower arrangement. For regular care, just trim the leaves in spring to help the plant form new growth. Plant your Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker in soil that drains well to prevent root rot. Although it is drought tolerant, your kniphofia might benefit from a little extra water during peak heat and summer bloom.
Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker Spacing
Grow a stunning Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker as a focal plant, especially against a contrasting wall or shrub. Space plants between 2 and 2.5 feet apart from center when planting as rows or borders.
Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Yellow |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun |
| Height Class: Tall |
| Height: 3-3.5 Feet |
| Spread: 2-2.5 Feet |
| Spacing: 2-2.5 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Resists: Deer & Rabbits |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds, Butterflies & Bees |
| Features: Drought; Salt Tolerant |
| Scientific Name: Pyromania Solar Flare Kniphofia hybrid USPPAF |
| Common Name: Pyromania Solar Flare Red Hot Poker |
| Other Name(s): Red Hot Pokers; Tritoma, Torch Lily; Knofflers; Poker Plant |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- KNISFQT
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Plant Shipping
Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
