Kniphofia - Cultivation Notes
Plant Red Hot poker in any well drained fertile garden soil, avoiding heavy clay or wet soils, which can cause rotting off during the winter months. Plant in a sheltered sunny position in the garden for best results. Divide congested material and replant plant in autumn; cut back dead foliage in autumn and mulch every few years to improve soil fertility.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Kniphofia:
- Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening
Weaknesses of Kniphofia
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
- Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils
Design & Plant Use for Kniphofia:
- Summer flowering plant suitable for drift planting
- Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
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