4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

314 · 454 · 6868

Kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire Dance'

Red Hot Poker

Coral red and yellow flower spikes are produced from early through late summer. Narrow, arching, blue-green foliage.

Growing & Maintenance Tips

Full sun, well-drained soils are required for successful growth. Heavy, soggy soils are nearly always fatal for this genus. Need good drainage and winter mulch. Single specimens or plantings in borders of not more than 3 together. Cut flowers are also a possible use. Since this is a short variety, it is very well suited for the small city garden.

Interesting Information

The name of the genus pays tribute to J.J. Kniphof, an 18th century professor in Germany.

Plant Type Perennial		Bloom Color Red Blend		Foliage Color Rough Blue-Green
Height 16-20 Inches		Spread 16-20 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9		Patented No

Stachys byzantina (Big Ears Lambs Ear 'Big Ears')	Gaillardia aristata (Blanket Flower 'Oranges & Lemons')
Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed )

Characteristics & Attributes