Kniphofia uvaria 'Flamenco'
Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1998
Good Qualities:
Attractive orange & yellow flower (2); High germination rate; Very tough seedlings (were left out in heavy rains for days as plugs & survived); Single stem; Good stem length; Easy; Lived through the hot summer; Unique, interesting; Strong stem.
Problems:
Poor germination (2); Didn't bloom enough & stems weren't big enough this 1st year to be able to market; Did not mature enough to bloom in its 1st year; Probably will not survive a Vermont winter; Ugly (well, maybe that's a little harsh); A bit fussy in greenhouse, but took off well in field.
Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating (1) | Repeat Again Rating (1) | Ease of Cultivation Rating (1) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 1.0 | 16.7 | 3.0 | 3.3 | 4.5 |
(1) 1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Supplier
Benary Seed
1444 Larson St.
Sycamore, IL 60178
Comments:
Similar to other Red Hot Pokers (2); Need to wait until next year to evaluate; Plants look great, next year it will be wonderful. The colors will make this very popular; Complete surprise that we got any flowers at all. As close to Aexotic@ as we can get here in Central Alberta. Should be able to sell all that we grow, if they over-winter!