Red hot pokers 'Elvira' - Kniphofia 'Elvira' (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Red hot pokers 'Elvira'

Also known as: Poker plant 'Elvira', Knofflers 'Elvira'

Red hot pokers 'Elvira' is distinguished by its bright orange flowers and dark green leaves. This cultivar was hybridized using the offspring of Kniphofia uvaria, and is named for Elvira, the wife of the hybridizer, Paul Stringer.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

60 cm

Spread

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Red hot pokers 'Elvira'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Pruning: Red hot pokers 'Elvira' features vibrant flower spikes and strong growth. Prune in early spring for health, removing dead foliage and cutting back flowers post-bloom for new growth. Utilize sharp tools to prevent disease. This practice enhances vigor, air circulation, and pest control, ideal for vibrant gardening.

Repotting: Red hot pokers 'Elvira' requires excellent drainage in pots to thrive, ensuring optimal root health and reducing the risk of rot.

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