Kniphofia 'Royal Castle' 3 Litre
Kniphofia 'Royal Castle', commonly known as Red Hot Poker, is a bold perennial that produces striking, torch-like flower spikes in fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow. Blooming from midsummer into autumn, this eye-catching plant adds vibrant colour and vertical interest to borders and wildlife-friendly gardens. Its strong, upright growth and clumps of grassy green foliage make it a fantastic choice for adding texture and structure. Drought-tolerant once established, 'Royal Castle' is also highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Why we like it
- Stunning red, orange, and yellow flower spikes.
- Adds height and structure to garden borders.
- Highly attractive to pollinators.
What to know
- Prefers full sun for the best flowering display.
- Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
- Drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
- Cut back foliage in late autumn to promote healthy regrowth.
Flower Colour
Red, orange, yellow
Flowering months
July, August, September
Height and Spread
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 50 cm
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Kniphofia 'Royal Castle' 3 Litre
Kniphofia 'Royal Castle', commonly known as Red Hot Poker, is a bold perennial that produces striking, torch-like flower spikes in fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow. Blooming from midsummer into autumn, this eye-catching plant adds vibrant colour and vertical interest to borders and wildlife-friendly gardens. Its strong, upright growth and clumps of grassy green foliage make it a fantastic choice for adding texture and structure. Drought-tolerant once established, 'Royal Castle' is also highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Why we like it
- Stunning red, orange, and yellow flower spikes.
- Adds height and structure to garden borders.
- Highly attractive to pollinators.
What to know
- Prefers full sun for the best flowering display.
- Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
- Drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
- Cut back foliage in late autumn to promote healthy regrowth.
Flower Colour
Red, orange, yellow
Flowering months
July, August, September
Height and Spread
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 50 cm
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Kniphofia 'Royal Castle', commonly known as Red Hot Poker, is a bold perennial that produces striking, torch-like flower spikes in fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow. Blooming from midsummer into autumn, this eye-catching plant adds vibrant colour and vertical interest to borders and wildlife-friendly gardens. Its strong, upright growth and clumps of grassy green foliage make it a fantastic choice for adding texture and structure. Drought-tolerant once established, 'Royal Castle' is also highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Why we like it
- Stunning red, orange, and yellow flower spikes.
- Adds height and structure to garden borders.
- Highly attractive to pollinators.
What to know
- Prefers full sun for the best flowering display.
- Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
- Drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
- Cut back foliage in late autumn to promote healthy regrowth.
Flower Colour
Red, orange, yellow
Flowering months
July, August, September
Height and Spread
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 50 cm
