Caulescent red-hot poker (Kniphofia caulescens)

Caulescent red-hot poker (Kniphofia caulescens) is a perennial plant that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 50cm – 1.5m wide.

This plant is commonly known as caulescent red-hot poker.

This is a evergreen plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: caulescent red-hot poker
Scientific name: Kniphofia caulescens
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Tufted
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 50cm – 1.5m
Foliage: Evergreen
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained
Garden type: Coastal, Rock & Gravel Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding

Seasonal colors

How to plant Caulescent red-hot poker (Kniphofia caulescens) – Tubifex, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultivation profiles – Growing Caulescent red-hot poker (Kniphofia caulescens) – Tubifex, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons