Late May, early June is the time of year when the humble Kniphofia, also known as the Red Hot Poker or Torch Lily, really comes into its own. They are add a colourful statement to any odd corner of the garden that you can't decide what to do with and they will keep the vast majority of weeds out (beware bindweed though which will wrap itself around the tall spires). The ones pictured here are a fairly common variety but are some of the largest I have ever grown - nearly five feet tall. You can get allsorts these days including some very lovely yellow varieties. One drawback, however, is that they are a wonderful hiding place for snails - so don't plant any near your vegetable patch...
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