Red hot pokers - Kniphofia (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Red hot pokers

Also known as: Kniphofia, Tritoma, Knofflers

Commonly called red hot pokers, these flowering plants have thin leaves and tall blossoms that tower over the other flowers in the garden. Their brightly colored and sweetly scented blossoms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. The flowers (especially the red varieties) have the appearance of flaming fire pokers - hence the name, red hot pokers.

Scientific classification

Genus

Red hot pokers (Kniphofia)

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Fall

Harvest Time

1.5 m

Plant Height

1 m

Spread

Evergreen

Leaf type

10 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Summer

Growth Season

Images of Red hot pokers

Species

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Quickly Identify Red hot pokers

Sword-like leaves forming a dense basal rosette

Flowers in dense, tapering spikes opening bottom-up with vibrant orange, red, yellow, apricot hues

Tubular blossoms creating a fiery gradient, reaching 2 to 5 feet (60 to 150 cm) in height

Leaves up to 3 feet (90 cm) long, evergreen with parallel venation and slightly serrated edges

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Care Guide for Red hot pokers

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from arid Africa, red hot pokers thrives in low moisture conditions and requires weekly watering. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun exposure. Typically grown outdoors, red hot pokers flourishes in ample sunlight during the growing season, promoting effective water regulation and vibrant flowering.

Propagation: Propagation methods for red hot pokers include seed sowing, division, and root cuttings. Key requirements are well-draining soil, full sun to partial shade, and moderate temperatures. Division involves digging up clumps in early spring, separating sections with roots, replanting at the same depth, and maintaining moisture.

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