KNIPHOFIA citrina
KNIPHOFIA citrina
Commonly known as yellow red hot poker
Spikes of cream and lime-green flowers
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Generally disease free. May suffer from aphids, slugs, -
Place of origin
South Africa -
Cream
Cream and lime green -
Spikes
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Border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Linear
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Height and Spread
0.5–1 metres -
Herbaceous
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy 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) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Bee friendly
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Kniphofia - Care Guide