Overview
Kniphofia 'Green Jade' is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Kniphofia, with deciduous foliage. Kniphofia 'Green Jade' 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 flower borders and beds, coastal and gravel garden.
About
Kniphofia 'Green Jade' is a multi-stemmed perennial in the Kniphofia genus that flowers from June to September. It forms a well-branched, rounded clump of deciduous leaves and suits a sunny site. It prefers loam or sandy soils kept moist but well-drained, with acid to neutral pH. With an H5 rating it is classed as hardy in UK gardens.
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, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Kniphofia 'Green Jade' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Coastal, Gravel garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kniphofia 'Green Jade'
- Propagation
- Division of established clumps in late spring, Offshoots from the crown
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Thrips, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kniphofia 'Green Jade'?
Kniphofia 'Green Jade' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Kniphofia 'Green Jade' need?
Kniphofia 'Green Jade' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Kniphofia 'Green Jade' hardy in the UK?
Kniphofia 'Green Jade' 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 'Green Jade'?
Division of established clumps in late spring, Offshoots from the crown.
More in the Kniphofia genus
- Kniphofia 'Amsterdam'
- Kniphofia 'Orange Torch'
- Kniphofia 'Peaches and Cream'
- Kniphofia thomsonii 'Kichocheo'
- Kniphofia 'Colour the Sky Sage' (Colour the Sky Series)
- Kniphofia 'Coral Comet'
- Kniphofia 'Golden Amber'
- Kniphofia 'Golden Yellow'