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Beginner
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1m
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1.5m
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2-5 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Kniphofia uvaria 'Nobilis'
Other names: Torch lily 'Nobilis'
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Genus: Kniphofia
Variety or cultivar: 'Nobilis' _ 'Nobilis' is a vigorous, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with narrow leaves and tall orange-red flower spikes, fading to yellow towards the base.
Kniphofia uvaria 'Nobilis' is: Evergreen
Flower: Red, Yellow in Summer; Yellow, Red in Autumn
Foliage: Grey-green in All seasons
Habit: Upright
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Kniphofia uvaria 'Nobilis' (Torch lily 'Nobilis') will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, City, Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Low Maintenance, Mediterranean
Cultivation: Plant in fertile, loamy soil or sandy soil enriched with humus. Dislikes chalky soils. Best in full sun. Protect young plants with a mulch in winter.
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Loamy, Sandy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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