Overview
Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Kniphofia, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include coastal, gravel garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Kniphofia genus, known for its linear or strap-like foliage and upright stems bearing compact racemes of tubular, typically drooping flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position, and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for coastal areas, gravel gardens, and flower borders or beds. 'Coral Comet' is best propagated by division of established clumps in late spring and offers seasonal interest throughout spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kniphofia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Gravel garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kniphofia 'Coral Comet'
- Propagation
- Division of established clumps in late spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Thrips, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kniphofia 'Coral Comet'?
Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' need?
Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' hardy in the UK?
Kniphofia 'Coral Comet' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Kniphofia 'Coral Comet'?
Division of established clumps in late spring.
More in the Kniphofia genus
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