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Kniphofia 'Fire Glow'

Fire Glow Hot Poker

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Information by: Terra Nova Nursery        Photographer: Terra Nova Nursery

 

Description

'Fire Glow Poker' forms numerous spikes of florescent red flowers the first year and repeat blooming from July through October in mild climates. It has a compact habit with multiple crowns, narrow, grassy leaves, and excellent vigor. It has a short habit, grassy short leaves, and reblooms all summer into fall. Grows and flowers very quickly. This clumping perennial reaches about 3' high and equally wide. It does best with heat and full sun. Butterflies and hummingbirds love the flowers. Needs regular watering but must dry between watering.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).