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Kniphofia - Red hot poker |
| Tubular
flowers in shades of sizzling yellow and burnt orange
form the torch-like flower heads of this reliable
perennial. A cottage garden favourite for its
spectacular display of red hot poker flowers carried on
tall stems above evergreen strap-like foliage. Low
maintenance and easy to establish, Kniphofia makes a
dramatic addition to summer borders and its fiery blooms
attract bees and make an impressive cut flower. Height:
120cm (48”). Spread: 60cm (24”). |
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Kniphofia 'Royal Standard' - Red hot poker |
| Tall
bright and imposing, kniphofias lend height, vibrancy
and drama to any garden. 'Royal Standard' produces
spikes of bright yellow tubular flowers, scarlet in bud,
above clumps of evergreen, strap-like leaves. Originally
from South Africa, the elegant, torch-like flowers of
kniphofia make vertical accents in a sunny border and
look particularly good as part of a scheme based on
'hot' colours. They also look great with a background of
ornamental grasses. An easy and undemanding plant. |
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Kniphofia hirsuta 'Traffic Lights' - Red hot poker |
| Grow
this tough and reliable perennial in virtually any
position and soil. The playful colours of this dwarf
red-hot poker will brighten up any border. Try it in a
zinc container for a contemporary look on the patio. |
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red hot poker plants in a sunny or semi-shaded position,
in any rich, fertile, well drained soil. |
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Kniphofia 'Nancy's Red' - Red hot poker |
| Tall,
bright and imposing, kniphofias lend height, vibrancy
and drama to any garden. 'Nancy's Red' produces bold
spikes of coral-red flowers from summer through to
autumn and is a little shorter than many cultivars, so
is more suitable for smaller gardens. For maximum
impact, plant in bold clumps in humus-rich, moist,
well-drained soil, against a background of tall
ornamental grasses, or as part of an exotic planting
scheme. Good in containers, too. An easy and undemanding
plant. |
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Kniphofia
'Erecta' - Red hot poker |
| The
distinctive flower spikes of Kniphofia ‘Erecta’ have
unusual upward facing flowers, carried on sturdy, tall
stems. These long lasting red hot poker plants will add
drama to your perennial border year after year. The
magnificent flowers of the torch lily, as it is
sometimes called, are also attractive to bees and other
pollinating insects. Height: 90cm (35"). Spread:
60cm (24"). |
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Kniphofia 'Alcazar' - Red hot poker |
| Spikes
of fiery red flowers. |
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Kniphofia
'Safraanvogel' - Red hot poker |
| Kniphofia's
are also known as torch lilies, this beautiful variety
is sure to light up your border with it's curious flower
spikes in glowing shades of orange fading to apricot at
the bottom of the flowers. Not completely hardy
Kniphofia needs a protective layer of mulch in winter. |
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Kniphofia uvaria - Red hot poker |
| Tall
bright and imposing, kniphofias lend height, vibrancy
and drama to any garden. This variety produces tall
spikes of red flower buds that open to orange and fade
to yellow above clumps of evergreen, strap-like leaves.
Originally from South Africa, the fiery, torch-like
flowers of this kniphofia make vertical accents in a
sunny border and work particularly well in a planting
scheme based on 'hot' colours. They also look great
against a background of ornamental grasses. This is an
easy and undemanding plant. |
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Kniphofia 'Earliest of All' - Red hot poker |
| Flowering
from early June, this red hot poker is earlier than most
varieties, but best of all it re-blooms later in the
summer. The distinctive blooms, carried above strap-like
evergreen foliage attract bees to their nectar rich
flowers. Also known as the torch lily, this easy,
reliable variety is particularly hardy. Perfect for
cottage gardens and herbaceous borders. Height and
spread: 60cm (24”). |
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Kniphofia 'Little Maid' - Red hot poker |
| Bright
and imposing, kniphofias lend height, vibrancy and drama
to any garden. 'Little Maid' produces slender spikes of
pale yellow tubular flowers fading to ivory above clumps
of evergreen, strap-like leaves from August to
September. Originally from South Africa, the elegant,
torch-like flowers of kniphofia make vertical accents in
a sunny border and look particularly good as part of a
scheme based on 'hot' colours. They also look great
against a background of ornamental grasses. More compact
than other varieties, 'Little Maid' is ideal for smaller
gardens. An easy and undemanding plant. |
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Kniphofia
'Sarmentosa' - Red hot poker |
| A
striking plant which will bring depth and colour to your
garden; tall flower spikes with scarlett buds which open
up to apricot and salmon blossoms. Eventual height: 1 m.
Eventual width: 0.5 m. |
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Kniphofia 'Candy Apple' - Red hot poker |
| Kniphofia
Candy Apple will light up your border with it's curious
flower spikes in glowing shades orange. Not completely
hardy Kniphofia needs a protective layer of mulch in
winter. |
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Red Hot Poker Flamenco |
| 12 Jumbo Ready Plants |
| These
Red Hot Pokers would make a fantastic addition to your
borders. They are early flowering, come in a variety of
hot colours and make excellent cut flowers. |
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Kniphofia Species Mixed
- Seeds |
| An
exclusive blend of mixed species, including a complete
spectrum of colours, heights and different flower
spikes. Colours ranging from yellows, reds, oranges and
bronze with some having an unusual hint of green. Ideal
for brightening any herbaceous border. Height: 75-120cm
(30-48in). |
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Kniphofia hirsuta Traffic Lights
- Seeds |
| An
intriguing dwarf red hot poker with unusual red, amber
and green flower spikes. First year flowering, adding
interest to borders and containers. Height: 30-40cm
(12-16in). *Sow Sept/Oct to flower the following season. |
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Kniphofia
(Tritoma) T&M Mixed Hybrids
- Seeds |
| Solid
stemmed, enormous spikes of blooms, colours including
lemon yellow, golden yellow, bicoloured red and yellow,
red and cream. Should flower in their second year from
seed. Ideal for sunny borders and good for cutting.
Flowers summer to autumn. Height: 70-90cm (30-36in). |
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Kniphofia
- Red hot poker - Mixed
Seeds |
| A
hardy perennial, flowers the year after sowing.
Impressive structural flowers year after year, great
focal point in the summer border. |
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