Photo of Kniphofia 'Creamsicle' flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Kniphofia 'Creamsicle'

Also Known As

  • Creamsicle Dwarf Poker

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 22"
  • W: 16"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Kniphofia 'Creamsicle' plant details

Kniphofia 'Creamsicle' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 'Creamsicle'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 16 IN wide, 22 IN tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, cutting garden, dwarf, long-blooming, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kniphofia 'Creamsicle'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf Kniphofia has multiple spikes of flowers that are creamsicle orange with darker orange buds. Bred for smaller spaces and long bloom time. A member of the Popsicle Series which offers continuous bloom from summer through fall on dwarf plants. Cultivars include 'Redhot Popsicle', 'Mango Popsicle', 'Pineapple Popsicle', 'Creamsicle', 'Papaya Popsicle', 'Banana Popsicle', and 'Orange Vanilla Popsicle'.
Soft Creamsicle-orange bottlebrush flowers grace the dwarf 18" stems of this compact 12" mounder all summer, a real treat for container, border and hummer!; drought tolerant and great for cutting. S/M-D/GDr USPPP
A mini Torch Lily selected not only for its pastel orange yellow pokers, but also for dwarf habit, grassy short leaves, and long bloom from summer into fall. 12" grassy clumps of foliage give rise to 18" spires. attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. Grows and flowers very quickly, but be sure to plant in a sunny warm spot with sharp draining soil.
This new dwarf Kniphofia has multiple spikes of flowers that are creamsickle orange. Bred for smaller spaces and long bloom time. The Popsicle™ Series bloom all summer into fall.

Gardening facts about Kniphofia 'Creamsicle' plant

How to Grow Kniphofia 'Creamsicle'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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aka Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Red Hot Poker, Torch Plant

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 20"-36"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Red Hot Poker, Torch Lily

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-2'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Primrose Beauty Red Hot Poker, Primrose Beauty Torch Lily

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Giant Red Hot Poker

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-11

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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