Kniphofia uvaria 'Alcazar'

Also called Torch Flower, Tritoma

Flower spikes are dense with orange blending to yellow as the flowers fade
Clumps of narrow strap-like dark green foliage
Tough evergreen foliage has a loose, upright, arching habit
A colourful addition to hot, dry locations
Bloom Time: July to September
Flower Height: 100 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Orange

HEIGHT:
60-75 cm

SPREAD:
50-60 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:
Well-drained
Average to Dry Soils

GROWTH RATE:
Medium

FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
Lt. Sum-Fall
Fall

HABIT:
Vase-shape
Clumping

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)