Fire Dance Red Hot Poker

Fire Dance Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire Dance')

Fire Dance Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire Dance') is a compact, vibrant perennial known for its fiery red-orange flower spikes and fine-textured, grass-like foliage. Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and rock gardens, it adds bold color and dynamic movement to sunny landscapes.

Distinctive Features

Blooming from late spring through summer, the slender spikes of bright red and orange flowers create a fiery display above the mounded foliage. The blooms attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, while the tidy, compact habit makes it perfect for smaller spaces and containers.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil and tolerates average to dry conditions.
• Water: Requires moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9.

Ideal Uses

• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
• Borders: Adds bold color and vertical movement to sunny borders.
• Rock Gardens: Perfect for dry, well-drained environments.
• Containers: Ideal for adding color to patio pots and small garden spaces.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; reduce frequency once established.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring for vigorous growth.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates for root protection.

Why Choose Fire Dance Red Hot Poker?

• Compact and Vibrant: Ideal for small gardens and container plantings.
• Fiery Red-Orange Blooms: Adds bold, dynamic color to sunny spaces.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
• Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry, low-maintenance gardens.

For compact size, fiery color, and pollinator appeal, Fire Dance Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia hirsuta 'Fire Dance') is an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and containers.