Overview
Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Kniphofia, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' 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 'Orange Torch' is a deciduous, clump-forming cultivar of Kniphofia, a genus of evergreen or herbaceous perennials with linear or strap-like foliage. This cultivar produces upright stems bearing compact racemes of tubular, typically drooping flowers. It thrives in full sun on south-facing, exposed sites with fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil that is acid to neutral in pH. Hardy to H5, 'Orange Torch' is suitable for coastal areas, gravel gardens, and flower borders, offering interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by division of established clumps in late spring.
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 'Orange Torch' 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 'Orange Torch'
- Propagation
- Division of established clumps in late spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Thrips, Slugs, Snails
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kniphofia 'Orange Torch'?
Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' need?
Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' hardy in the UK?
Kniphofia 'Orange Torch' 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 'Orange Torch'?
Division of established clumps in late spring.
More in the Kniphofia genus
- Kniphofia 'Amsterdam'
- Kniphofia 'Peaches and Cream'
- Kniphofia thomsonii 'Kichocheo'
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- Kniphofia 'Coral Comet'
- Kniphofia 'Golden Amber'
- Kniphofia 'Golden Yellow'
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