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KNIPHOFIA 'Bees Lemon'
Commonly known as Red hot poker, Torch lily, Tritoma
Dense narrow yellow flowers from green buds. Easy to grow
Further Reading....
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DeciduousNarrow, toothed leaves.
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Yellow
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Height90cm (36in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialClump-forming, rhizomatous perennial
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
KNIPHOFIA 'Bees Lemon'
- Details
- Mature Size
- Tips and Advice
- Goes Well With
- Planting Combinations
- Other Suggestions
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant. Attracts bees, butterflies and other insectsPests & DiseasesSlugs, snails, aphids, thripsPlace of originSouthern and tropical Africa, Madagascar, Arabia.
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Flower ShapeRacemesSpike-like racemesSpikesTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderIdeal for a herbaceous border
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus rich, preferably sandy.
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Kniphofia - Care Guide
90cm (36in)
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60cm (24in) |
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