Can You Divide Red Hot Poker Plants?

Red hot poker plants are members of the Kniphofia genus and are native to Africa. The plants get their name from their red, cone-shaped flowers.

The flowers are borne on tall stalks and bloom from late spring to early summer. The plants are evergreen, meaning they keep their leaves all year long.

Red hot poker plants are not difficult to grow and make an excellent addition to any garden. They are tolerant of most soil types and prefer full sun.

PRO TIP:When dividing Red Hot Poker plants, it’s important to ensure that the clumps are divided evenly and that each new plant has a healthy root system. When replanting, make sure to place the new divisions in well-draining soil and water thoroughly.

Once established, they are quite drought tolerant. They can be propagated by division in early spring.

To divide a red hot poker plant, dig up the entire plant and carefully loosen the roots. Gently pull the plant apart into smaller sections making sure each section has a good root system.

Replant in prepared beds and water well.