Border Ballet Red Hot Poker

Border Ballet Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia 'Border Ballet')

Border Ballet Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia 'Border Ballet') is a graceful, long-blooming perennial known for its soft, pastel-colored flower spikes and clumping, grass-like foliage. Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage-style plantings, it adds a subtle and elegant touch to sunny landscapes.

Distinctive Features

Blooming from early summer to fall, this variety produces tall flower spikes in shades of soft peach, cream, and pale yellow. The airy, elegant blooms rise above the slender, arching foliage, attracting hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. The blooms open from the bottom upwards, creating a dynamic, ever-changing display.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil but adapts to average garden soils.
• Water: Requires moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-9.

Ideal Uses

• Borders: Adds vertical interest and soft color to mixed borders.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
• Cottage Gardens: Complements informal, naturalistic plantings.
• Containers: Suitable for large pots and planters.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; reduce frequency once established.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooms.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots.

Why Choose Border Ballet Red Hot Poker?

• Pastel-Colored Blooms: Adds a soft, elegant touch to sunny gardens.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
• Long Blooming: Provides color and interest from early summer to fall.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care in well-drained soils.

For soft elegance and pollinator-friendly beauty, Border Ballet Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia 'Border Ballet') is an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and containers.