Perennials

Kniphofia 'Redhot Popsicle'

Redhot Popsicle red-hot poker

Photo(s) courtesy of TERRA NOVA® Nurseries, Inc. www.terranovanurseries.com Surrounding plants are not included.

Cinnamon-red flower spikes rise above narrow, grassy foliage. A compact red-hot poker that can repeat bloom. Remove faded flower spikes to tidy the plant.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: Height: 16 in.; flowers to 24 in. · Spread: 18 in.
Water: Moderate; lower once established
Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9
Bloom: Red; summer–fall.

Sizes & prices

#1$19.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant, not browse-proof.
Drought: Tolerates dry spells; watering improves bloom.
Wet soil: Never leave crowns in soggy soil, especially in winter.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Hummingbirds

Growing & care

Division: Divide crowded clumps in spring.

Sources & photo credits

Terra Nova Nurseries

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: TERRA NOVA® Nurseries, Inc. · Permission for promotional material related to corresponding TERRA NOVA products

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.