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Red Hot Popsicle™ Dwarf Poker

Kniphofia 'Redhot Popsicle'

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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:

  • Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
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  • Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases

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Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Compact/Dwarf, Flowering, Deer-resistant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Attracts pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Container Friendly, Non-invasive, Fast-growing, and Evergreen

Specifications
  • Botanical Name
    Kniphofia 'Redhot Popsicle'
  • Height
    1-2 ft
  • Width
    1-2 ft
  • Growing Zones
    6-9
  • Sunlight
    • Full sun
  • Growth Rate
    Moderate
  • Flower Color
    • Red
  • Leaf Color
    • Green
  • Fall Color
    Yellow
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Bloom Period
    Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Fall
  • Does Not Ship To
    AK, HI, ID, MT

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: This plant thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light daily. While it can tolerate light afternoon shade, you will notice fewer "hot" colored blooms and weaker stems if it lacks sufficient sun.
  • Soil: It prefers gritty, well-drained soil that does not stay soggy. If you have heavy clay, plant it in a raised bed or a mound to ensure the crown stays dry and avoids rot during winter.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water twice a week to help the deep taproot establish itself. Once mature, Red Hot Popsicle™ is remarkably drought tolerant, but providing a deep soak during extreme dry spells prevents the flower spikes from wilting or stunting. Avoid inconsistent "sip" watering, as this encourages shallow roots and leads to less vibrant flower production.

Pruning Tips

These perennials bloom on new growth, so you should remove spent flower spikes down to the base of the plant to encourage a continuous flush of color. In late autumn or early spring, trim back the grass-like foliage to about 3 inches above the ground to clear out debris and make room for fresh leaves. Think of this like a seasonal haircut that keeps the plant tidy and prevents old, dead foliage from choking out new growth.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once in early spring as new green growth begins to emerge. Avoid using high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer, as this forces soft, leafy growth that is easily damaged by the first frost. A light mulch around the base provides all the extra nutrients it needs while keeping the root zone cool.

The Visually Delicious, Red Hot Popsicle Dwarf Poker

  • Non-Fading, Cinnamon Flower Clusters
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Reblooming
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Deer Resistant

Satisfy your garden's "sweet-tooth" when you observe the cinnamon-red flower clusters situated on top of the Red Hot Popsicle Dwarf Poker (Kniphofia 'Redhot Popsicle'), above its deep green, succulent foliage.

The Red Hot Popsicle Dwarf Poker is a fast growing variety, reaching its full height within each growing season. The grassy foliage forms a compact clump, perfect for a smaller garden.

Keeping to a height of up to 2 feet tall, this dwarf variety reblooms its densely packed clusters of non-fading, red treats from June into the Fall, for a long season of brilliant display which will stand out in your landscape.

The Red Hot Popsicle is easy to care for, reliably coming back year after year in growing zones 6 through 9! Once established, it is drought tolerant, deer resistant, and also maintains some salt tolerance.

For best growth, plant the Red Hot Popsicle Dwarf Poker in full sun exposure and in well drained soil. The blooms will attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.

Red Hot Pokers make excellent edging plants. Or, plant it by itself to watch to observe its full life as a specimen plant. Try them throughout your rock garden!

However you wish to use it, be sure to order the Red Hot Popsicle Dwarf Poker soon, as we may not be able to keep them in stock for long!

Growing Zones 6-9

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