Tuesday, May 18, 2010

What are the green pods left on the stem of the spent flower of the Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker) plant. Seeds???

If the green pods are seeds, how are they preserved for replanting? I purchased bulbs from a mail order company but have seen where seeds can be purchased for the Kniphofia plant, also.

What are the green pods left on the stem of the spent flower of the Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker) plant. Seeds???
If the seed pods are left on the plant they should open to expose the seeds. Harvest at that time. Growing from seed takes a long time--why not divide the the clumps to increase your plants. Let them develop into 2-3 foot clumps cleaning out ratty leaves in the fall. You get the best flower show if left in place for several years. Although new strains are available as seed they may vary in color and quality.
Reply:they sure are seeds but let them dry out a few weeks when the pod turns brown let them dry more.after you can shell out the seeds into a glass jar and plant next year
Reply:Mine are seeds that are in the pod. Like the other one said, save them and replant if you want to. Good luck.


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