Kniphofia pauciflora Limelight - Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia pauciflora Limelight - Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia x pauciflora Limelight
Red Hot Poker, Tritoma, Torch Lily, Poker Plant
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Description
Kniphofia 'Limelight' is a new variety of red-hot poker with a compact habit that displays a distinctly acidic flowering. This curious and very green plant displays bright inflorescences in the shape of almost fluorescent torches in summer, composed of lime-green flowers that open to lemon-yellow at the top of the spike. It is not very tall, but is sturdy against the wind. Its flowering dominates a beautiful clump of gracefully arched leaves, with a striking green colour, that remains attractive throughout the year. This variety is easy to combine in the garden. It is water-efficient, undemanding in terms of soil, hardy, and resistant to heat.
Kniphofia 'Limelight' belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. This perennial is a hybrid obtained by cross-breeding various species native to South and East Africa, including the South African K. pauciflora. It is a plant with fleshy rhizomes. It has a particularly compact habit and flowers in an unusual colour range, in shades of green and yellow. This plant forms a spreading, fountain-like clump, with corrugated, leathery leaves. When in bloom, it will reach about 60cm (24in) in height and 45cm (18in) in width. The flowering occurs in summer, from July to September, rising above the foliage at the end of stout and sturdy, leafless cylindrical stems. The honey-bearing and nectar-rich inflorescence is a dense terminal cluster of tubular and pendulous flowers, with colours ranging from acidic-green to green-yellow, ending in lemon-yellow. The foliage 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. Combine Kniphofia 'Limelight' with all the flowers in the garden. Just like lady's mantle and certain euphorbias, its fresh tones enhance all the other shades. It pairs particularly well with chocolate, caramel, orange, or red tones. For example, plant it with colourful heucheras, magenta-red hollyhocks, or purple grasses like Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum' for a wonderful contrast in colours and textures. Tritomas complement light-flowering perennials and provide structure to borders, just like grasses do.
Kniphofia pauciflora Limelight - Red Hot Poker in pictures
Flowering
Foliage
Plant habit
Botanical data
Kniphofia
x pauciflora
Limelight
Asphodelaceae
Red Hot Poker, Tritoma, Torch Lily, Poker Plant
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant Kniphofia 'Limelight' in any ordinary, well-drained soil, in full sun. Make sure the plant does not lack water in summer, as this is when it needs it the most. This variety is hardy down to -12 to -15°C (10.4 to 5°F). A thick mulch can be applied around the stump to protect it during particularly cold winters. This plant tolerates some drought, heat, and wind, and the specific conditions of the seaside. Apply organic fertiliser at the start of the growing season. Remove faded stems and flowers in autumn.
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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.