‘Papaya Popsicle’ Red Hot Poker
Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle'
SKU: TL-2knor-1
USDA Zone:
6 to 9
Watering Needs:
Let dry between waterings
Sun Needs:
Full sun
Turn up the heat in your garden with ‘Papaya Popsicle,’ a compact, reblooming Red Hot Poker that delivers fiery color from early summer to fall. Its vibrant two-toned flower spikes blaze in rich papaya-orange and golden yellow, standing out against its narrow, grass-like evergreen foliage. Unlike larger Kniphofia, this dwarf variety stays neat and tidy, making it a perfect fit for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens. Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and a magnet for hummingbirds, ‘Papaya Popsicle’ keeps the garden sizzling long after others fade.
Available!
Size : Quart$18.99
Average Landscape Size:
Height - 13 in. - 24 in. , Width - 8 in. - 12 in.
Flowering Season:
Summer to Fall
Landscape Use:
Cut Flower, Mixed Beds, Mass Planting, Accent
Special Features:
Easy Care, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Hummingbirds
| Flower Color | Red |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Size | Quart |
Watering Needs:
Let dry between waterings
- Light: Thrives in full sun; blooms best with at least 6 hours of direct light.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining soil; adapts to sandy, rocky, and dry conditions.
- Watering: Once established, highly drought-tolerant—occasional deep watering boosts blooms.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming; cut back foliage in late winter for a fresh start.
- Hardiness: Hardy to USDA zones 6-9—handles heat, humidity, and mild cold.
- Additional Tips: Perfect for pollinator gardens, borders, and mass plantings. Deer-resistant, attracts hummingbirds, and delivers bold color all season.
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