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Papaya Popsicle Dwarf Poker
Kniphofia hybrid 'Papaya Popsicle' PP #22,915
Pronunciation: nip-HOFF-ee-uh
SKU #08024
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 12 to 14 in. tall, 12 to 18 in. wide; blooms reach 22 in. tall.
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| Description | A prolific summer-long bloomer with tall spikes of bicolor flowers in vibrant orange and gold colors of ripe papayas. Charming, compact, grass-like foliage remains neat all summer! A terrific drought tolerant garden plant that infuses dynamic color and texture into sunny beds and borders, and mixed container plantings. Evergreen in mild winter regions. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Switch Grass (Panicum); Avens (Geum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Sedum (Sedum) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Mulch to protect crown in harsh winters. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; in containers, water regularly - when soil surface becomes dry. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer. Prune spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
Details
| Description | A prolific summer-long bloomer with tall spikes of bicolor flowers in vibrant orange and gold colors of ripe papayas. Charming, compact, grass-like foliage remains neat all summer! A terrific drought tolerant garden plant that infuses dynamic color and texture into sunny beds and borders, and mixed container plantings. Evergreen in mild winter regions. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Switch Grass (Panicum); Avens (Geum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Sedum (Sedum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Mulch to protect crown in harsh winters. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; in containers, water regularly - when soil surface becomes dry. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer. Prune spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.