Buy Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle'

Also Known As

Papaya Popsicle Dwarf Poker

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 20"
W: 18"

planting zones

6a-9b

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $12.95

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Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle' plant details

Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, long-blooming, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle' is an all-summer bloomer which has a very short compact habit. A prolific bloomer with spikes of flowers the rich orange colour of ripe papayas. Charming, grass-like foliage looks neat all summer. Long-blooming from early summer to early fall with spikes 18-26 inches tall on plants up to 14 inches wide. Use for drama, vertical appeal and textural contrast in the middle of the border or in the pollinator garden, as a specimen or focal point in the border or in a container, and for cut flowers. Prefers hot, dry conditions, and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Popular with hummingbirds and other pollinators. Deer and rabbit resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Short and compact, at just 18" it is perfect for containers! This prolific bloomer produces its showy spikes of ripe-papaya-colored flowers from early summer all the way into fall. These make a wonderful easy-care blast of color and bring in colorful hummingbirds too. S/M-D/GDr PP22915

By: Forestfarm

This Red Hot Poker has a nice compact habit and blooms all summer. Dramatic color!

By: Garden World

A poker with a twist! 'Papaya Popsicle' is an all-summer bloomer which has a very short compact habit. Charming, grass-like foliage looks neat all summer! Great for small gardens or in a container.