Kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire Dance'

Also called Torch Flower, Tritoma

Spikes are dense with red-orange flowers blending to yellow
Clumps of narrow strap-like blue-green leaves
Tough evergreen foliage has an upright, arching habit
A colourful addition to hot, dry locations
Good plant for smaller locations
Rebloomer
Bloom Time: June to August
Flower Height: 50 cm

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Red

HEIGHT:
40-50 cm

SPREAD:
30-40 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grows best in an average to dry, well-drained, sandy soil, in full sun. It is recommended to tie up the leaves of kniphofia in the winter to keep the crowns dry, then in the spring remove the old foliage. Drought tolerant once established.

Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun

Attracts Hummingbirds

SOIL MOISTURE:
Average to Dry Soils
Well-drained

GROWTH RATE:
Medium

FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
Fall
Lt. Spr-Sum
Rebloomer

HABIT:
Clumping
Vase-shape
Compact

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Blue
Green

LANDSCAPE USES:
Border/edging