Red Hot Poker Seeds - Flower Plant

Red hot poker seeds produce striking perennial plants with an upright, clumping growth habit and long, grass-like leaves. These plants develop tall flower spikes with tubular blooms in warm, vibrant tones and are well adapted to sunny, well-drained locations. Red hot poker performs best in full sunlight with moderately fertile, well-drained soil and moderate watering, becoming drought-tolerant once established. Suitable for garden beds, borders, and landscape planting, it establishes steadily and provides bold vertical interest.

Features

• Upright, clumping perennial with grass-like foliage
• Produces tall spikes of tubular blooms
• Ideal for borders, beds, and landscape accents
• Adaptable to well-drained soil conditions
• Drought-tolerant once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Kniphofia spp.
• Common Name (US): Red Hot Poker / Torch Lily
• Seed Type / Variety: Flowering perennial variety
• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping perennial
• USDA Zones: 5–9 (varies by species)
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Late spring to summer
• Sowing Season: February to April; September to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14–28 days at 18–22°C with moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 60–150 cm height; 45–90 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 45–60 cm between plants