Kniphofia x 'Earliest of All'

Also called Torch Lily, Tritoma

Flower spikes are dense with orange flowers with yellow stamens
Clumps of narrow strap-like gray-green foliage
Tough evergreen foliage has an upright, arching habit
A colourful addition to hot, dry locations
Bloom Time: July and may rebloom in the fall
Flower Height: 100 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Orange

HEIGHT:
70-80 cm

SPREAD:
30-45 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. Spr-Sum

HABIT:
Vase-shape
Clumping

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Gray
Green