Kniphofia hirsuta
HAIRY RED HOT POKER
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This hardy perennial is native to South Africa, growing well in rich, well-drained soils. Prefers full sun conditions, blooming from June to September. The flowers start off yellow, changing to a vibrant orange as the season progresses. Makes for an interesting cut-flower and grows well in containers.
Type: Hardy perennial
Hardiness zone: 4-9
Height: 20", 50cm
Location: Sun
Seeds per packet: 15
Sow just under the surface of the soil and water in. Temperature 20-22 °C (68-72 °F) for 4 weeks. They may be growing at this point. If they have not germinated after 4 weeks then a cooling period is required. Cover them with plastic and place in a fridge for 4 weeks. Be sure they stay moist. After the stratification period they are then brought back to room temperature for them to germinate. Germination can be 30-60 days after the warming period, though some can take longer.
Kniphofia hirsuta
HAIRY RED HOT POKER
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This hardy perennial is native to South Africa, growing well in rich, well-drained soils. Prefers full sun conditions, blooming from June to September. The flowers start off yellow, changing to a vibrant orange as the season progresses. Makes for an interesting cut-flower and grows well in containers.
Type: Hardy perennial
Hardiness zone: 4-9
Height: 20", 50cm
Location: Sun
Seeds per packet: 15
Sow just under the surface of the soil and water in. Temperature 20-22 °C (68-72 °F) for 4 weeks. They may be growing at this point. If they have not germinated after 4 weeks then a cooling period is required. Cover them with plastic and place in a fridge for 4 weeks. Be sure they stay moist. After the stratification period they are then brought back to room temperature for them to germinate. Germination can be 30-60 days after the warming period, though some can take longer.