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Kniphofia pauciflora Limelight - Red Hot Poker

Kniphofia x pauciflora Limelight
Red Hot Poker, Tritoma, Torch Lily, Poker Plant

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In summer, this modest-sized tritoma displays bright inflorescences in the shape of dense spikes, ranging from lime-green to acidic lemon-yellow. A robust perennial, it forms a beautiful clump of evergreen leaves with a striking green colour. The leaves are pleasantly arched. Its compact habit and acidic tones blend well with all the other flowers in the garden. It should be planted in full sun, in any well-drained soil, even if poor and occasionally dry.
Flower size
12 cm
Height at maturity
60 cm
Spread at maturity
45 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to October
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Flowering time July to September
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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.

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Kniphofia pauciflora Limelight - Red Hot Poker (Flowering) Flowering
Kniphofia pauciflora Limelight - Red Hot Poker (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour green
Flowering time July to September
Inflorescence Cluster
Flower size 12 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 45 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Kniphofia

Species

x pauciflora

Cultivar

Limelight

Family

Asphodelaceae

Other common names

Red Hot Poker, Tritoma, Torch Lily, Poker Plant

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference838971

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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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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to October

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Edge of border, Container, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -20°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions In autumn, remove wilted flowers and leaves. Regularly remove faded inflorescences.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time September to November
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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