25 Seeds Royal Castle Torch Lily (Hot Poker) Perennial Flower

The Royal Castle Torch Lily (Kniphofia 'Royal Castle') is a compact perennial renowned for its torch-like spikes of bicolor blossoms, opening deep orange-red and fading to cream, providing weeks of vibrant color. This variety adds bold vertical structure to sunny gardens and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.

Perfect for cottage gardens, mixed borders, and fresh-cut arrangements, it thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Once established, it tolerates drought, making it a low-care choice for waterwise landscapes. Its long bloom season from midsummer into fall ensures ongoing garden interest.

Species: Kniphofia
Variety: Royal Castle
Type: Perennial
Plant Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile
Days to Harvest: Blooms second year from seed
Zones: 5-9
Germination: 14-30 days at 70-75°F, light required
Sowing: Surface sow, press seed lightly into moist soil; do not cover
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Notes: Cold stratification for 2-4 weeks may improve germination. Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost.