Kniphofia hirsuta Traffic Lights

1 packet (20 seeds) @ $3.25

Catalog Code: 7654

Kniphofia hirsuta Traffic Lights

Hardy Perennial

Position: Sun or part shade
Soil: Well drained
Zones: 7, 8, 9
Height: 16 inches
Germination: Experience Useful
Aftercare: Easy
Special Features: Flowers in first year
Ideal for: Border, Containers, Patio, Tubs

Description

An intriguing novelty variety. Flowering on very dwarf plants, often no taller than a 30cm (12 inch) ruler.

First year flowering, with unusual red, amber and green flower spikes. Adds interest to the front of borders or even containers!

Sow Sept/Oct to flower the following season.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:	February to June or September to October.

Sow on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays. Cover seed with a light sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at a temperature of between 15-20C (59-68F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination can take 14-30 days.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3 inch)pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise young plants to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12 inches)apart.

Aftercare Instructions

For best results, provide a humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade.