Species red-hot poker
Vertical spikes of lime-green-white flowers along with elongated green leaves

red-hot poker

Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle'

Red-hot poker (Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle') is a perennial flower with an upright habit. It blooms with lemon-yellow and citrus-orange inflorescences, with a distinct and attractive bright colour on each stem. The inflorescences remain vivid and become visible from a great distance. Its foliage is an olive-green colour and it forms attractive clumps in the garden. Red-hot poker provides striking colour and attracts an array of birds with its nectar-producing flowers. It grows best in full sun and in moist, well-drained soils and is a great addition to flower beds and borders.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Red-Hot Poker (Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle') should be watered once per week, making sure the soil is evenly moist but not soggy. During its active growing season in the spring and summer, you may need to water more frequently, especially during dry spells. The soil should be allowed to dry slightly between waterings. In the fall and winter months, water less often but still at regular intervals. Make sure the soil remains slightly damp during this season.

sunlight

Red-hot poker (Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle') is a sun-loving perennial plant that needs full sun to thrive. This plant prefers 8-10 hours of direct sunlight each day. It prefers a sunny site in the garden and does best when the sunlight is consistent (not blocked by shadows several hours of the day). In temperate climates, the best time of day for Red-hot poker to receive sunlight is usually in the morning hours before mid-day when the sun is not as hot. In more tropical climates, the Red-hot poker may receive full sunlight throughout the day.

pruning

Pruning of Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle' (red-hot poker) should be done in late winter or early spring, before the new growth starts. Cut off any dead or damaged leaves and stems near the soil level to encourage healthy new growth. Remove any crowded or drooping stems to promote air circulation between the plants. Trim off any flowers that have already bloomed and faded. If desired, cut back the foliage at a steep angle to keep them looking neat and tidy. Pruning should be minimal, allowing enough room for the plant to remain attractive throughout the season.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
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Starts Flowering

Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Kniphofia 'Lemon Popsicle' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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