Kniphofia 'Bees Lemon'
red hot poker
- 9cm pot
- £12.99
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- 3 × 9cm pots
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- 2 litre pot
- £22.99
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- 3 × 2 litre pots
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- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: August to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A sensation in the late summer garden, this showy perennial attracts bees and butterflies, but is rarely affected by deer or rabbits, so is perfect for both city and country gardens.
Emerging from lime green buds, the bright yellow flowers of Kniphofia 'Bees Lemon' open upwards from the base of the spike over several weeks, so the display is relatively long-lived. Team it with hot colours like orange and red, as well as contrasting purples for an impactful display.
Emerging from lime green buds, the bright yellow flowers of Kniphofia 'Bees Lemon' open upwards from the base of the spike over several weeks, so the display is relatively long-lived. Team it with hot colours like orange and red, as well as contrasting purples for an impactful display.
Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Prepare the area by incorporating organic matter and ensuring good drainage. Space plants about 60-90cm (2-3ft) apart, planting at the same depth as they were in their containers.
Water thoroughly after planting and mulch to retain moisture. Once established, Kniphofia is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry spells.
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser. In autumn remove and compost the faded flower spikes and apply a deep dry mulch such as pine needles around the crown of the plant.
Cut back to the ground in spring to keep the foliage fresh-looking.
Water thoroughly after planting and mulch to retain moisture. Once established, Kniphofia is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry spells.
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser. In autumn remove and compost the faded flower spikes and apply a deep dry mulch such as pine needles around the crown of the plant.
Cut back to the ground in spring to keep the foliage fresh-looking.
