Zones: 5-9
Bloom Span: Three or more months
Growing Conditions: Prefers well-drained soil in the winter and moist conditions in the summer. Requires winter protection in cooler zones and full sun during the growing season.
Care: Kniphophia is a spiky flower that is attractive to hummingbirds. To get long lasting blooms, be sure to provide it with the correct growing conditions. The plant does not transplant or divide well, though the young side shoots from the plant can often be removed and replanted.
Best Species Choices: Any hybrid variety, particularly Primrose Beauty (Kniphofia).
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