Description
Grow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Prefers rich, humusy soils. Intolerant of wet, heavy soils. Locate in areas protected from wind. Goldfinches love the seeds. Leave seedheads for bird attracting.
$8.99
This floriferous Kniphofia hybrid sets the garden ablaze in color earlier in the season than other hybrids. Loads of solid fluorescent orange, torch-shaped flower spikes stand like upright exclamation points atop a relatively compact clump of green, strappy foliage beginning in late spring.
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Grow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Prefers rich, humusy soils. Intolerant of wet, heavy soils. Locate in areas protected from wind. Goldfinches love the seeds. Leave seedheads for bird attracting.
| Common Name | 'First Sunrise', Red Hot Poker |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Kniphofia 'First Sunrise' PP16036 |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Hardiness Zone | 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Sun |
| Height | to 3 ft. |
| Width | to 3 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | late spring/summer |
| Flower Color | orange |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |