Kniphofia citrina - Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia citrina - Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia citrina - Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia citrina
Red Hot Poker, Tritoma, Torch Lily, Poker Plant
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MARYSE, 31/03/2022
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Description
Kniphofia citrina is a botanical species of red-hot poker which is particularly resistant. It is easy to grow in the sun in any well-drained but non-calcareous soil. It offers a long and abundant spring to summer flowering in shades of yellow with a touch of green and a hint of mandarin. Its dense spike inflorescences are both bright and easy to combine in the garden. Carried by sturdy stems, they dominate and animate a beautiful clump of gracefully arching leaves. The vivid green leaves remain attractive all year round. Hardy down to -12°C (10.4°F), water-efficient, heat resistant, and low maintenance, this yellow tritoma works wonders in borders, rockeries, or large borders.
Kniphofia citrina belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. This perennial plant with fleshy rhizomes is native to South Africa. It has a fairly compact habit and flowers with an unusual colour, in shades of green and yellow with a touch of orange at the top of the spike. This plant forms a spreading, fountain-like clump, made up of tough, gutter-shaped, pointed leaves. When in bloom, it reaches about 70cm (28in) in height, with the clump spreading over time to a minimum width of 60cm (24in). The flowering is generous and long, taking place from June to August, at the tips of stout, solid, leafless cylindrical stems. The honey-bearing and nectar-rich inflorescence is a dense terminal cluster of tubular and pendulous flowers, with colours ranging from lime-green to lemon-yellow, ending in cream. The flowers at the top of the spike often turn orange. The foliage of this variety is evergreen, decorative, and composed of leaves gathered in a large spreading bunch.
Their exotic appearance already charmed our grandmothers. Tritomas are surprising plants, yet very sturdy. They light up any garden with their colourful torches. Pair Kniphofia citrina with all the flowers in the garden. Just like lady's mantles and some euphorbias, its fresh tones enhance all other shades. Blue being complementary to yellow, you can pair this tritoma with baptisias, for example. It goes particularly well with chocolate, caramel, orange, or red tones. For example, plant it with colourful heucheras, magenta red mallow, or purple grasses such as Panicum 'Sangria' for a wonderful colour contrast. Tritomas go well with lightly flowering perennials and structure borders, just like grasses.
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Kniphofia
citrina
Asphodelaceae
Red Hot Poker, Tritoma, Torch Lily, Poker Plant
South Africa
Planting and care
Plant Kniphofia citrina in well-drained soil, in full sun. It appreciates soil rich in humus and sand, or loamy soil. This species dreads limestone soil. Although it is drought-resistant, make sure the plant does not lack too much water at the end of spring, as this is when it needs it the most to flower abundantly. This variety is hardy to -12°C (10.4°F). A thick mulch can be applied around the stump to protect it during particularly cold winters. This plant tolerates wind and the specific conditions of the seaside. Apply organic fertiliser at the start of the growing season. Remove wilted stems and flowers in late autumn or at the beginning of winter. This plant requires no further care.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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