Kniphofia - 'Tawny King'

Type Herbaceous flower, Evergreen, Flowering
Form Spiky Foliage / Spiky Upright Form, Architectural Form
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours Apricot Flowers (Summer), Green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Frost Hardy, Drought Tolerant, Seaside Friendly
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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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.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.
Kniphofia - 'Tawny King'
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