{"product_id":"red-hot-poker-torch-lily-kniphofia-backdraft","title":"Red Hot Poker | Torch Lily | Kniphofia 'Backdraft'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Hot Poker| Kniphofia 'Backdraft' PP31424\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing Zone: 5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Brand: Proven Winners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cspan\u003eKniphofia 'Backdraft' PP31424 Red Hot Poker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage Color: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower Color: Orange Shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower Fragrance: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall Color: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: 24-30\" inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: 24-26\" inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposure: Sun \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil Needs: Widely Adaptable, like organic soils best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Needs: Occasionally, once established  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning Needs: Patented Plant - Division is prohibited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos: Provided by Walter's Garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwards: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown by: The Plant Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Friendly: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer Resistant: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet Friendly: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReblooming: Yes \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold and Heat Tolerant: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Red Hot Poker, also known as Kniphofia 'Backdraft', is a stunning perennial that adds vibrant colors to gardens with its fiery orange-yellow blooms. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and grows best in well-draining soils. Reaching a height of 24-36 inches, it's suitable for borders, containers, or as a focal point in garden displays. Known for its drought tolerance once established, the Red Hot Poker is also resistant to deer and pets. Regular watering during dry spells, along with organic mulching, helps maintain its health and appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure your Torch Lily Kniphofia 'Backdraft' receives a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight daily by positioning it in a location with full sun to partial shade. While it thrives in slightly moist, well-drained soil, this plant can also flourish in soil that is not excessively wet. For optimal growth and air flow, plant multiple individuals approximately 18 to 24 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven with its tolerance for drought, it's essential to regularly water 'Backdraft' once it's established, especially during dry spells. Leave some time for the soil to dry in between watering, and to prevent fungal diseases, water from the bottom to reach the roots more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"%20%20\/moisture-maxx-non-ionic-wetting-agent-soil-conditioner-8-oz-bottle-free-shipping\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOISTURE MAXX\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003enon-ionic wetting agent all year or during times of drought for extended help keeping your plants well hydrated for up to 40 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulching:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain the moisture and temperature of the soil for your Red Hot Poker, use organic mulch such as compost, pine straw, or shredded bark. Be careful not to cover the plant's stems or crown to prevent rotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\/Deadheading:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deadheading of spent flower spikes maintains appearance and promotes consistent blooming. To ensure year-round health and beauty of your plants, be sure to eliminate any damaged or discolored leaves as needed. To revitalize and stimulate growth, prune to ground level during late fall or early spring, as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a balanced, SR-18-5-10 slow-release fertilizer  to your Red Hot Poker Kniphofia 'Backdraft' plant in the early spring, when new growth begins to appear, and water thoroughly. Another option is to manually fertilize the plant by spreading a layer of compost around its base. Be careful not to fertilize your plants too heavily, as it might cause them to produce more foliage than flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants\/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eSummer\/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eJust a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. 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