Kniphofia caulescens

At a Glance

- Kniphofia caulescens
- Large blue-grey foliage
- Red turning yellow flowers
- Attractive to butterflies
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Plant Information

Kniphofia caulescens, commonly known as Red Hot Poker – A species that originated in South Africa. It forms a thick woody based stem with large blue grey leaves up to 1m long. Flowers are produced in late summer and are fat, coral-red turning yellow with age and producing a multi coloured spire.

Kniphofia caulescens is best Grown in full sun in a moist well drained soil. Excellent planted in association with autumn flowering grasses. AGM

Genus: Kniphofia
Variety: caulescens
Category: Perennial

Height & Spread: Ht 1.2m x 60cm
Flower Colour: Orange
Season of Interest: Summer into Autumn

Colours and sizes are approximate and are intended as a guideline and may vary according to local conditions