Botanical Name: Kniphofia uvaria ‘Flamenco Mix’

Common Name: Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily

Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Most Climates (USDA Zones 5–9)

Size: 24–36" Tall × 18–24" Spread

Growth Habit: Upright, Clumping Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun (Best Flowering)

Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Lean or Sandy Soils

Water Needs: Low to Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Summer

Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Nitrogen

Features: Torch-Like Flower Spikes in Red, Orange & Yellow, Excellent Heat Tolerance, Hummingbird Friendly

Uses: Perennial Borders, Pollinator Gardens, Mass Plantings, Cottage & Prairie-Style Gardens

Patent: ❌ Not Patented

Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

See our complete Kniphofia Growth & Care Guide for more in depth care details.

More About Kniphofia ‘Flamenco Mix’

Kniphofia ‘Flamenco Mix’ delivers bold, vertical flower spikes in fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow, creating a dramatic focal point in sunny garden beds. The flowers open sequentially from the bottom up, extending bloom time and adding dynamic color movement throughout the season.

This variety forms a sturdy clump of grassy foliage that supports the tall flower stalks without staking. Once established, it thrives in heat and drought, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance, sun-drenched landscapes.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Flamenco Mix’ has proven to be exceptionally tough and reliable in full sun. It handles hot summers, dry spells, and poor soils with ease while continuing to produce strong flower spikes year after year.

We especially appreciate its pollinator value. Hummingbirds are frequent visitors, and the bold flower color stands out beautifully when planted in groups or paired with ornamental grasses, salvias, and echinacea.

Kniphofia ‘Flamenco Mix’ vs. Other Kniphofia

Compared to compact, single-color selections like Papaya Popsicle and Mango Popsicle, Kniphofia ‘Flamenco Mix’ delivers a broader range of warm tones within one planting, creating a more varied and visually dynamic display. While the Popsicle™ varieties are prized for their tidy size and suitability for containers and smaller gardens, ‘Flamenco Mix’ grows taller and provides stronger vertical presence in the landscape. Its height and multicolored blooms make it especially effective as a back-of-border plant or bold focal point among lower-growing perennials. For gardeners looking for a heat-loving red hot poker with dramatic color, structural impact, and excellent pollinator appeal, ‘Flamenco Mix’ remains a standout choice.