Kniphofia Hot and Cold PP 31185 Hardy Orchids a splendid specimen hosta

a splendid specimen hosta

snake-like runners creeping along the ground

The tubers eventually rise to the soil surface and must be reset deeper every couple of years to ensure winter survival

plant Arisaema utile in a well-drained area where the corm will be dry when dormant but the roots still have access to moisture

It might be beneficial to mark its location so one does not dig it up while it is dormant

Kniphofia Hot and Cold PP 31185 Hardy Orchids a splendid specimen hostaKniphofia 'Hot and Cold' is part of the cold winter tolerant, reblooming red hot pokers from Walters Gardens. Kniphofia 'Hot and Cold' produces 3' tall pokers that are white at the bottom and flaming orange toward the tip. Kniphofia 'Hot and Cold' is an early season flowering variety with very good rebloom.