Scientific Name: Kniphofia uvaria
Common Name: Tritoma
Hardiness Zone: 5a - 9b
Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-28.9°C)
Blooming Season: Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Heat Tolerant, Attracts Hummingbirds
Water: Medium
Fertilize: None or when needed only
Spacing: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)
Height: 30 - 36" (76 - 91cm)
Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Brilliant flower spikes attract hummingbirds to the garden. Spectacular display in the garden or as long-lasting cut flowers. Attractive planted with caryopteris, Russian sage and catmint. Water well while in bloom to prolong flowering. 1998 AAS winner.
Upright and strong-stemmed with 8-in. (20-cm) plumes of creamy white, yellow, orange and red over pointy, gray-green leaves. Up to 4 weeks earlier than other seed varieties.