Red Hot Poker | Torch Lily | Kniphofia 'Backdraft' PP31424

Red Hot Poker| Kniphofia 'Backdraft' PP31424

 Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: 5-9
• Plant Brand: Proven Winners
• Botanical Name: Kniphofia 'Backdraft' PP31424 Red Hot Poker
• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: Orange Shades
• Flower Fragrance: No
• Fall Color: Yes
• Type: Perennial
• Mature Height: 24-30" inches
• Mature Width: 24-26" inches
• Growth Rate: Fast 
• Exposure: Sun 
• Soil Needs: Widely Adaptable, like organic soils best.
• Water Needs: Occasionally, once established  
• Pruning Needs: Patented Plant - Division is prohibited
• Photos: Provided by Walter's Garden
• Awards: 
• Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Friendly: Yes
• Reblooming: Yes 
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes

The Red Hot Poker, also known as Kniphofia 'Backdraft', is a stunning perennial that adds vibrant colors to gardens with its fiery orange-yellow blooms. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and grows best in well-draining soils. Reaching a height of 24-36 inches, it's suitable for borders, containers, or as a focal point in garden displays. Known for its drought tolerance once established, the Red Hot Poker is also resistant to deer and pets. Regular watering during dry spells, along with organic mulching, helps maintain its health and appearance.

Location:

Ensure your Torch Lily Kniphofia 'Backdraft' receives a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight daily by positioning it in a location with full sun to partial shade. While it thrives in slightly moist, well-drained soil, this plant can also flourish in soil that is not excessively wet. For optimal growth and air flow, plant multiple individuals approximately 18 to 24 inches apart.

Water Needs:

Even with its tolerance for drought, it's essential to regularly water 'Backdraft' once it's established, especially during dry spells. Leave some time for the soil to dry in between watering, and to prevent fungal diseases, water from the bottom to reach the roots more effectively.

Use our MOISTURE MAXX non-ionic wetting agent all year or during times of drought for extended help keeping your plants well hydrated for up to 40 days.

Mulching:

To maintain the moisture and temperature of the soil for your Red Hot Poker, use organic mulch such as compost, pine straw, or shredded bark. Be careful not to cover the plant's stems or crown to prevent rotting.

Pruning/Deadheading:

The deadheading of spent flower spikes maintains appearance and promotes consistent blooming. To ensure year-round health and beauty of your plants, be sure to eliminate any damaged or discolored leaves as needed. To revitalize and stimulate growth, prune to ground level during late fall or early spring, as desired.

Fertilizing:

Apply a balanced, SR-18-5-10 slow-release fertilizer  to your Red Hot Poker Kniphofia 'Backdraft' plant in the early spring, when new growth begins to appear, and water thoroughly. Another option is to manually fertilize the plant by spreading a layer of compost around its base. Be careful not to fertilize your plants too heavily, as it might cause them to produce more foliage than flowers.

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.

 Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.

What makes Plant Factory Direct a great option?

We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful "out of the box" experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.