kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire dance' - Torch Lily
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily
Scientific name: Kniphofia hirsuta
Flower color: Orange-red to yellow, dense tubular spikes
Mature height: 0.9–1.2 m (3–4 ft)
Mature width: 0.6–0.9 m (2–3 ft)
Habit: Clumps of dark green linear leaves with spectacular upright inflorescences
Flowering period: Summer to autumn (July to October)
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Moderate
Soil type: Well-drained, fertile
Hardiness zone: Zones 5 to 11
Drought tolerance: Good
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Remove faded spikes after flowering to encourage reblooming. Water regularly during growth, then reduce in winter. Divide clumps in spring every 3 to 4 years to rejuvenate the plant. Low maintenance once established.
A spectacular perennial with orange-red and yellow flower spikes that brighten the garden all summer and autumn. Its dark green linear leaves create an interesting texture even when not in bloom. Perfect for mass plantings, borders, and contemporary gardens. Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators. Hardy and easy to grow, it offers vibrant color with minimal maintenance.