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Kniphofia orange Vanilla Popsicle® / 2L
Kniphofia Orange Vanilla Popsicle
Confirmed format: 2 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Dwarf, compact habit ideal for small gardens and containers
- Two-tone flower spikes of rich red-orange and creamy-white
- Exceptionally long flowering season from June to October
- Attracts bees, butterflies and pollinators
- Drought, heat and coastal tolerant once established
Overview
Kniphofia 'Orange Vanilla Popsicle' is a spectacular dwarf red hot poker from the acclaimed Popsicle® series, prized for its compact size, continuous flowering, and eye-catching bicolour flower spikes. Rising above a neat clump of narrow, grass-like foliage, intense red-orange buds open to creamy-white tubular blooms from June right through to October. Reaching a mature height of approximately 45 cm with a spread of 35 cm, this dwarf torch lily is ideal for small gardens, sunny perennial borders, gravel gardens, or containers on a sunny patio.
Why We Love It
- Delivers months of continuous colour with its long flowering season from summer to mid-autumn.
- Compact dwarf habit fits easily into smaller gardens, patios and containers.
- Striking bicolour flower spikes bring unique architectural form and vibrant contrast.
- Reliably supports bees and butterflies throughout its blooming period.
- Thrives in exposed or coastal positions with excellent drought tolerance.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Kniphofia Orange Vanilla Popsicle |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Red Hot Poker |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen green foliage |
| Flower Colour | White, cream, orange, bicolour and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | June to October |
| Growth Habit | Clumping, upright, tufted and compact dwarf |
| Position | Full sun |
| Soil | Loam, sand or any fertile, free-draining soil |
| Mature Height | 45 cm |
| Mature Spread | 35 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (down to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in a sunny position in south, west or east-facing locations with free-draining or well-drained soil. |
|---|---|
| Watering | Water moderately while establishing and during dry spells, ensuring soil remains free-draining. |
| Winter Protection | Apply a mulch around the base of the plant in winter to protect against severe frost. |
| Deadheading | Remove spent flower spikes as recommended to keep the plant tidy and encourage further blooms. |
Perfect For
- Sunny borders and border fronts
- Patio containers and courtyards
- Gravel and coastal gardens
- Cottage and wildlife gardens
- Small gardens and balconies
Good to Know
- Supplied in a 2L pot.
- Features a compact dwarf habit belonging to the Popsicle series.
- Provides valuable support for pollinators and butterflies.
- Shows high tolerance to drought, heat, coastal conditions and salt.
Product Information
| Product Title | Kniphofia orange Vanilla Popsicle® / 2L |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Kniphofia Orange Vanilla Popsicle |
| Supplied Format | 2L pot |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Soil & drainage
- Free draining
- Mature size
- 1.2m high· 70cm wide
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