Species red-hot poker Guide
tall spikes adorned with vibrant orange-creamy-white flowers on green stems

red-hot poker

Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks'

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

Cream blushed with peach Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,peach

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Once established, red-hot poker plants (Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks') should be watered occasionally, about once a week. Water the plant deeply, until the soil is moist to a depth of 6-8 inches. During periods of hot and dry weather, an extra watering each week may be necessary. In cooler weather, the plant may only need to be watered every 10-15 days. Avoid over-watering, as this can lead to root rot. Additionally, it is best to water early in the day, so that the foliage has time to dry out before nightfall.

sunlight

Red-hot poker (Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks') is a full sun plant that thrives in at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to produce its showy blooms. This plant prefers a hot, sunny climate and should be placed in a full sun spot in the garden where it will receive all day sun for optimal growth and flowering.

pruning

Red-hot poker (Kniphofia 'Peachy Cheeks') should be pruned in early spring before the new growth begins. Pruning should involve trimming off any dead or damaged foliage, such as flowering stalks and foliage. It is also beneficial to remove any lateral shoots that are growing away from the main stem which can help to prevent overcrowding. Prune just above a healthy pair of leaves, using sharp garden shears. It is best to only remove 1/3 of the previous years growth to ensure healthy new growth in the coming season.