Glowstick Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia uvaria ‘Glowstick’Glowstick Red Hot Poker is a bold perennial prized for its bright yellow flower spikes and long season of garden interest. Blooming from early summer into late summer, it produces upright flower stalks topped with dense clusters of tubular golden-yellow blooms that rise above attractive grass-like foliage. The vibrant flowers create a dramatic vertical accent in borders and pollinator gardens while providing a cheerful splash of color throughout the season.
Its arching green foliage forms a tidy clump that adds texture even when the plant is not in bloom. The sturdy flower stems stand well above the foliage, creating an eye-catching display that draws attention from a distance. The nectar-rich flowers are especially attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Typically reaching 2 to 3 feet tall and 1.5 to 2 feet wide, Glowstick offers a manageable size that works well in mixed perennial plantings, mass plantings, and container gardens. Its strong performance and vibrant flower color make it an excellent focal point in sunny landscapes.
This perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it demonstrates good drought tolerance and performs best when grown in soils that do not remain excessively wet during winter.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun for the best flowering and strongest growth.
Soil: Prefers average, well-drained soil.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Kniphofia are drought tolerant once established.
Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring as new growth emerges.
Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks after blooming and trim damaged foliage in early spring.
Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart for mature growth and airflow.
Maintenance: Avoid excessively wet winter soils and mulch lightly around the crown.
Its bright yellow flower spikes, attractive foliage, and pollinator appeal make Glowstick Red Hot Poker an outstanding choice for adding bold color and architectural interest to sunny gardens.
