Kniphofia ‘Tawny King’

Kniphofia 'Tawny King' has large, dramatic, four foot tall spires of burnt orange, amber, and creamy yellow atop bronze stems.

Kniphofia ‘Tawny King’ has large, dramatic, four foot tall spires of burnt orange, amber, and creamy yellow atop bronze stems in mid to late summer. This is a vigorous and stately red hot poker with presence and drama. Plant in full sun in rich, well-drained soils.

Common Name:  Red Hot Poker

Family:  Asphodelaceae (The Asphodel Family)

Zone Hardiness:  6-9

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  2-4'

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Orange

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Yellow

Bloom Time:  Summer - Fall

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Perennial

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  Burgundy

Fragrance:  No

Berries:  

Benefits:  Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  

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Geographical Origin:  Southern Africa and Madagascar