Red Hot Poker Knipofia Seeds

Red Hot Poker is a bold perennial that produces dramatic torch-like flower spikes in brilliant shades of fiery red, orange, coral, and golden yellow from early summer into fall. Rising above attractive clumps of arching, grass-like foliage, the colorful blooms create a spectacular display that adds height, movement, and vibrant color to borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator landscapes. Few perennials make such a dramatic statement while providing exceptional value to wildlife.

The nectar-rich tubular flowers are irresistible to hummingbirds, which frequently hover among the brilliant flower spikes throughout the day. Butterflies, honeybees, native bees, and numerous other beneficial pollinators also visit the abundant blossoms, making Red Hot Poker one of the finest summer nectar plants. Its long blooming season ensures a dependable food source during the warmest months, when pollinator activity is at its peak.

Growing 30 to 48 inches tall, Red Hot Poker thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating heat, drought, poor soils, and challenging growing conditions once established. It performs beautifully in pollinator gardens, perennial borders, prairie plantings, coastal landscapes, and water-wise gardens. Easy to grow and remarkably long-lived, it provides years of dependable color while requiring very little maintenance.

Specifications
Botanical Name: Kniphofia uvaria
Plant Type: Hardy perennial
Height: 30–48 inches
Spread: 18–24 inches
Flower Color: Red, orange, and golden yellow
Bloom Season: Early summer through fall
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerant of sandy and average garden soils
Water Needs: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
Bee Attraction: Excellent
Butterfly Attraction: Excellent
Hummingbird Attraction: Outstanding

Seedman Notes
Red Hot Poker is one of the premier hummingbird plants for sunny gardens, producing brilliant torch-like flower spikes that provide abundant nectar over an exceptionally long season. Its bold architectural form, outstanding drought tolerance, and remarkable ability to attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees make Kniphofia uvaria an exceptional addition to pollinator gardens and colorful perennial landscapes.