Kniphofia x 'Little Maid'

Kniphofia

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Common Name:

Kniphofia

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

75 cm

Maximum width:

55 cm

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Description

Blooms with light green buds that open to yellow, maturing to white. Attractive, grass-like foliage.

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Blooming

Inflorescences of flowers look like glowing pokers or torches, hence the common name Red-Hot Poker. Most species flower in the summer and repeat flowering through the growing season. Plants attract bees.

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Growth

Plants range in size from 1 1/2 ft. to 6 ft. tall. Kniphofia grows best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in a herbaceous border. Mulch plants during the first winter with straw or leaves.

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Planting

Easily propagated from seeds or by dividing clumps.

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Pest

These plants need to be protected from slugs and snails. Some occasional problems are stem and crown rot.

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Interesting facts

Kniphofia is native to Southern and tropical Africa, often found atop mountains or along streamsides. They make excellent cut flowers.

Kniphofia (Kniphofia x 'Little Maid') - Soil and irrigation

Well-drained soil is essential to survival in the winter. In the summer these plants can even withstand marsh-like soil conditions. If it is too dry in the summer, they will fail to bloom. Does best in deep, fertile, sandy soil that is kept moist.