| Of the 60 to 70 known species, only Kniphofia uvaria is available in nurseries. Native to Africa, Poker Plants are grown for their unusual spire-like, bicolor flowers which change color as they open from the bottom up. Easy to grow, the foliage is a dense, grassy clump. Seedlings, including those with dwarf habits, are available in various heights and colors. Put in informal plantings with other drought-tolerant perennials and shrubs. Poker plants are available in containers from spring on. Cold climate gardeners must mulch heavily, or lift and store the plants in a cool cellar for winter. Grows easily from seeds or divide for new plants. |
Upright perennials with sword shaped, dark green foliage. Summer and fall, bright red, tubular flower clusters appear, several per plant. The bold flower spikes stand straight as a poker on plants 18 to 36 inches tall. Good cut flowers.
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Attributes - Kniphofia uvaria
Plant Type: Perennial
Bloom Season: Late Spring through Mid Fall
Flower Color: Orange, Red
Foliage: Semi-Deciduous
Height: 2 ft. to 6 ft.
Width: 3 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Climate: Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates, Hot Climates. Cut Flowers, Drought Tolerant, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers.
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