Overview
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Kniphofia, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Kniphofia 'Zululandii' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' is a clump-forming member of the Asphodelaceae that produces a summer display of flowers. It has deciduous foliage and performs best in a sunny, south- or west-facing position. Plant in loam or sandy soils that remain moist but are well drained, and expect blooms from June to September. Classified H5 (hardy), it tolerates both exposed and sheltered sites.
About the genus
Kniphofia is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Asphodelaceae, first described as a genus in 1794. All species of Kniphofia are native to Africa. Common names include tritoma, red hot poker, torch lily and poker plant.
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In the garden
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' is a clump-forming Asphodelaceae with deciduous leaves and summer flowering stems that appear from June to September. The flowering period places it firmly in summer borders and schemes where seasonal vertical accents are wanted. Grow it in full sun on loam or sandy soil; it will accept acid, neutral or alkaline pH so long as the ground is moist but drains freely. Position on a south- or west-facing aspect for the warmest conditions; it copes with both exposed and sheltered sites. Classified H5 (hardy) it will withstand typical UK winters when planted in free-draining soil. Use Kniphofia 'Zululandii' in city courtyards, coastal plots, cottage and informal borders, gravel areas and mixed flower beds to provide height and summer colour. Its clump-forming habit makes it straightforward to group or plant as individual specimens in borders or gravel fronts. The June–September flowerheads rise above the deciduous foliage, giving a clear vertical emphasis through the summer months.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kniphofia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kniphofia 'Zululandii'
- 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 'Zululandii'?
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Kniphofia 'Zululandii' need?
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Kniphofia 'Zululandii' hardy in the UK?
Kniphofia 'Zululandii' 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 'Zululandii'?
Division of established clumps in late spring, Offshoots from the crown.
More in the Kniphofia genus
- Kniphofia 'Royal Standard'red-hot poker 'Royal Standard'
- Kniphofia gracilisRed Hot Poker
- Kniphofia rufaRed Hot Poker
- Kniphofia triangularisdwarf red-hot poker
- Kniphofia tuckii of gardensRed Hot Poker
- Kniphofia 'Ada'red-hot poker 'Ada'
- Kniphofia 'Erecta'red-hot poker 'Erecta'
- Kniphofia 'Goldelse'red-hot poker 'Goldelse'