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KNIPHOFIA rufa 'Rasta'
Commonly known as Red hot poker, Torch lily, Tritoma
Tall growing with long greenish-yellow spikes initially light orange as the flowers open. An unusual colour combination
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Linear, grass-like dark green leaves
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YellowGreenish yellow
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Height1m (39in))
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Spread45cm (18in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialClump-forming, rhizomatous perennial. Produces numerous tubular flowers in spikes held well above the foliage
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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 - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
KNIPHOFIA rufa 'Rasta'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesSlugs, snails, aphids, thripsPlace of originGarden origin
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Flower ShapeRacemesSpike-like racemesSpikes
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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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
1m (39in))
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45cm (18in) |

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