Kniphofia hirsuta Fire Dance
Fire Dance Dwarf Poker
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18" tall x 15-18" wide. Native to the high Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa, this is one of the shortest, prettiest and most reliably cold-hardy species in the genus. I have found 'Fire Dance' to be much more compatible in smaller perennial plantings than its much larger relatives. Easily grown in average and compost-enriched garden soils. This is an improved cultivar with lovely coral-red and yellow bi-color flower spikes. Good for Firescaping (seed propagated).| SKU | 96488 |
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| Common Name | Fire Dance Dwarf Poker |
| Botanical Name | Kniphofia hirsuta Fire Dance |
| Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Flower Color | Orange, Yellow |
| Mature Height | 18" tall |
| Mature Spread | 15-18" wide |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Ships As | Potted Plant |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer, Fall |
| Soil Type | Clay Soil, Sandy Soil, Average Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Drought Resistant / Waterwise |
| Amount of Rain | 10 to 20", 20 to 30", 30 to 40" (with care) |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Attract Butterflies, Attract Hummingbirds, Rabbit Resistant, Good for Containers, Good Rockgarden or alpine plant, Low Maintenance, Adds Texture |
| Ideal Region | Anywhere In The US, Suitable Above 7000 ft, Northeast, Midwest, Southwest, West, Pacific Northwest |
| Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
Planting Guides
Tips On Growing Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker)
Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker) is a genus of showy perennials native to southern Africa, with most species found in the Republic of South Africa.
Preferred growing conditions:
- Red Hot Pokers thrive in a wide range of soils including clay. Plant them in full sun.
- Mulch with common mulching materials in arid climates.
- Water regularly the first growing season to establish the plants. Once established, they only need occasional deep soaking in hot, dry weather.
- Deadhead the plants after blooming to keep the plants looking tidy, but they generally will not come back into bloom.
- Fertilize lightly in the fall with a half and half blend of Yum Yum Mix and good quality compost.
Special comments:
- These perennials are highly attractive to hummingbirds.
- Kniphofia will re-seed themselves and should be deadheaded if volunteer plants are not wanted.
- Plants are easily divided in early to mid-spring if they get too large for their space, or if new plants are needed.
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Comments about High Country Gardens Kniphofia hirsuta Fire Dance:
LOVE THE FACT THAT IT ADDS HEIGHT TO ROCK GARDEN
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Growing nicely. Has not flowered yet.
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Comments about High Country Gardens Kniphofia hirsuta Fire Dance:
I planted 2 in a west-facing bed close to the sidewalk in early summer of 2015 after sitting in their pots for longer than I'd like to admit. The smaller one struggled for a while, wasn't sure it would survive, but eventually perked up and produced 1 beautiful blossom. The larger one has done very well, has not bloomed yet, but I have confidence that it will bloom next year. It works very well with the Corsican violets that I combined it with. I'll be planting more Kniphofia hirsute next to my rocky stream bed due to its smaller size. It looks good when not in bloom as well as after blooming.
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USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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