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Red Hot Poker Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 27 and March 30.
Red Hot Poker Seeds - Torch Lily, Kniphofia, Perennial Flowering Plant, Attracts Hummingbirds & Butterflies, Patio, Container, Bed, Outdoor
Product Overview:
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia) is a striking perennial flowering plant known for its vibrant, tubular flowers that resemble flames or torches, hence the name "Torch Lily." This plant adds bold color to gardens and is especially known for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Red Hot Poker thrives in sunny outdoor spaces such as patios, containers, and garden beds.
Key Features:
- Common Name: Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily
- Scientific Name: Kniphofia
- Flower Color: Vibrant red, orange, or yellow tubular blooms
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Height: 2 to 5 feet
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Bloom Time: Summer to fall
- Soil Type: Well-drained soil, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
- Attracts: Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
- Planting Zones: USDA zones 5 to 9
Benefits of Red Hot Poker:
- Vibrant, Long-Lasting Blooms: The dramatic, colorful flowers of Red Hot Poker add a bold visual element to any garden. These plants are known to bloom from late spring to early fall, making them a long-lasting addition to your garden.
- Wildlife Attraction: The tubular flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies, providing them with a rich nectar source while adding dynamic activity to your outdoor space.
- Easy to Grow: Red Hot Poker is relatively low maintenance and drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for gardeners looking for colorful, hardy plants that require minimal attention.
- Versatile Garden Addition: These plants thrive in various settings such as garden beds, borders, and container plantings, providing garden interest and vertical height in mixed plantings.
- Low Maintenance: They are quite hardy and pest-resistant, making them an easy-to-care-for choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
Growing Instructions:
- Planting: Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or plant directly in the ground in late spring. Space plants 12-18 inches apart. Red Hot Poker prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil.
- Watering: Keep the soil moderately moist but not soggy. Once established, these plants are drought-tolerant and can thrive with minimal watering.
- Sunlight: Red Hot Poker thrives in full sun, but it can also tolerate some partial shade, especially in hot climates.
- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.
Why Choose Red Hot Poker Seeds?
Red Hot Poker seeds provide an easy and effective way to grow these stunning plants in your garden. Known for their unique flower spikes and bright colors, they are perfect for anyone looking to add visual interest to their garden or attract pollinators. Whether you're growing them in containers, beds, or borders, these plants are sure to make a statement in your outdoor space.
Add Red Hot Poker to your garden for a colorful, wildlife-friendly plant that thrives in sunny locations and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.