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Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker)

The JLBG collection includes about 15 species (including subspecies and varieties), 2 unknown; 64 clones

We have been fortunate to spend almost a month studying Kniphofia in the wilds of South Africa, where they range from dry lowlands to marshy habitats at an alpine ski resort. They are an amazing genus, whose flowering times range from early spring until frost, depending on the the species and the individual clone. Below are a few from the garden.

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