Red hot poker typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
red hot poker
Kniphofia caulescens
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia caulescens) is a stunning plant with its distinct, bright red and yellow flowers. It grows to a height of up to 3 feet with a spread of about 2 feet. The flowers are borne on bushy clumps of bluish-green foliage. This plant is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun and well-drained soil and regular exercise such as dividing clumps and cutting back flowers after blooming. When grown in the right conditions, it can provide an abundance of colorful blooms which can be enjoyed from late spring through to early fall. Red Hot Poker is sure to bring a burst of color to any garden!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 8
Flowers:
Coral red to yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
When watering the Red Hot Poker plant, water deeply but infrequently, every 1 to 2 weeks. It is important to avoid watering too frequently, as this will lead to root rot. During the hottest months of the year, the plant can be watered more often but with less water. During the cooler months of the year, reduce watering significantly, as the plant will have a lower need for water. Monitor the soil moisture to determine when the next watering is needed. Aim to keep the soil slightly moist but not soggy.
sunlight
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia caulescens) requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to grow and thrive. It does best in full sun and can handle a light amount of shade during the hottest part of the day. The ideal time for red hot poker to receive direct sunlight is from late morning until late afternoon, with a light amount of shade during the peak of the day. This species of plant prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit, and some natural shelter from wind and rain is also beneficial.
pruning
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia caulescens) should be pruned during Winter or early Spring, when the plant is at its most dormant. Pruning should be moderate, removing only the dead, damaged, or crowded stems. The aim should be to open up the plant, allowing for air flow and the growth of new shoots and flowers. If the plant has become extremely overgrown, hard pruning may be necessary to bring the plant back under control.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Red hot poker typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
