Kniphofia Backdraft
Kniphofia ‘Backdraft’ delivers a fiery display of vibrant orange and red flower spikes that mature to yellow, rising above sturdy, grass-like foliage. Flowering from summer into autumn, it adds bold colour and height to borders. Heat and drought tolerant, it’s ideal for tough garden spaces and striking landscape impact.
| Botanical Name | Kniphofia x hybrida |
| Common Name | Red-Hot Poker or Torch Lily |
| Key Features | Fiery bicolour spikes, long flowering, drought tolerant, bold vertical accent, tough perennial, attracts pollinators, easy care, heat resistant, architectural form, vibrant summer colour. |
| Size | Foliage growing to 70-80cm high x 50-60cm wide. |
| Position | Prefer well-drained soil in sun or part shade, tolerant of coastal conditions. |
| Description | Compact upright foliage |
| Cultural Notes | Remove spent flower heads to encourage new growth. |
| Landscape Ideas | This versatile clumping plant is great in large pots, mass plantings, mixed garden beds and for adding architectural character. |
| Water Requirements | Low |
- Will add architectural foliage to your garden.
- Tolerates coastal gardens.
- Full Sun position.
- Flowers in summer.
