Kniphofia hybrid 'Gold Rush' ('Available Summer 2026')
Red Hot Poker
Image courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
- Bright yellow flowers
- Blooms early to midsummer
- Blue-green, wide leafed foliage
- Large, robust, clumping habit
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Rock Garden
Salt Tolerant
Deer Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers moderately rich, well-drained soil, average moisture and full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Foliage can be evergreen to semi-evergreen depending on the climate but will see some winter damage in cold climates. Foliage can be trimmed back in early spring. Spent flower spikes can be cut to encourage further blooming. Plants can be divided every 3 to 4 years in spring.
Height: 4-5 ft
Spread: 3-3 ft
Spacing: 18-36 in
Bloom Color: Yellow
Zone: 5-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Heat Tolerant
- Rock Garden
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Fall
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Kniphofia
Common Name: Red Hot Poker
Clumping habit with grass-like, green foliage. Long-lasting flowers in a variety of colors and bicolors including red, yellow, orange and cream. Blooms late spring through early fall, varies by variety. Great for borders, cottage gardens and dry gardens.