Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’

Red-Hot Poker 'Royal Castle'

Bold red, orange and yellow flower spikes rise above narrow arching foliage on Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’ through summer. This colourful red hot poker suits sunny perennial borders and needs fertile soil with reliable moisture during growth but good drainage through winter.

2.0 L €8,95

SKU: KNIP-21-Y

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Flowering Months

Jan J

Feb F

Mar M

Apr A

May M

Jun J

Jul J

Aug A

Sep S

Oct O

Nov N

Dec D

Size

Max Height

0.5 m — 1.0 m

Max Spread

0.1 m — 0.5 m

Growth Habit

Grows in tight bunches from base, forming rounded groups., Tall, narrow growth habit with strongly vertical main stems.

Planting Position

Sunlight

Full Sun

Aspect

South West

Exposure

Exposed / Sheltered

Hardiness

(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type

Loam Sand

Soil Moisture

Moist but permeable / Free draining

Soil pH

Acid Alkaline Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses

Patios / Courtyards
Architectural
Coastal Areas
Flower Borders

Merits

Drought Resistant
Generally disease-free

Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’ Description

Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’ is a clump-forming red hot poker producing upright spikes of tubular flowers in warm shades of red, orange and yellow. The exact balance of colour can vary as individual flowers open and mature, creating a lively two-tone effect above strap-like green foliage. Plants generally reach around 80cm to 1 metre high in flower. Grow in full sun in fertile soil that remains reasonably moist during spring and summer but drains freely. It is hardy, although prolonged winter saturation around the crown can cause losses, particularly on heavy Irish soil. The flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects. Remove spent spikes after flowering and tidy old foliage in spring rather than cutting healthy leaves back before winter.

Planting Guide for Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’

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Care guide for Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

Uses for Kniphofia ‘Royal Castle’ & Garden Styles it suits

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