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Green Inspiration Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle' 2Ltr Pot

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๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŒผ Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle' โ€“ A Tropical Splash for Your Garden! ๐ŸŒฟโ˜€๏ธ

Add a burst of vibrant colour to your borders with Kniphofia 'Papaya Popsicle', a compact and eye-catching perennial from the Popsicle Series. Known for its fiery orange and yellow blooms, it brings a tropical flair from summer into autumn and is a favourite among pollinators! ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿฆ‹


๐ŸŒฟ How to Grow 'Papaya Popsicle':

โ˜€๏ธ Light:
Thrives in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. The sunnier the spot, the more spectacular the display! ๐ŸŒž

๐ŸŒฑ Soil:
Prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Great for borders, gravel gardens, and wildlife-friendly schemes.

๐Ÿ’ง Watering:
Once established, itโ€™s drought-tolerant, but provide moderate wateringโ€”especially in its early stages or during long dry spells. ๐Ÿšฟ

โ„๏ธ Hardiness:
Generally hardy in the UK, but in colder regions, a mulch or fleece in winter offers extra protection from hard frosts.


โœ‚๏ธ Maintenance Made Easy:

๐ŸŒธ Deadheading:
Remove spent flower stems after blooming to tidy the plant and encourage fresh growth.

๐Ÿƒ Spring Tidy-Up:
Cut back dead leaves and tidy the clump in mid-spring to keep it looking fresh and neat.

๐ŸŒฟ Propagation:
Divide mature clumps in late spring, or gently remove offshoots from the crown to start new plants.


๐Ÿž Pests & Problems:

Generally trouble-free, but may occasionally attract aphids, thrips, or be nibbled by slugs and snails. Keep an eye out and protect young shoots if needed. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ›


๐ŸŒผ At a Glance:

  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Fiery blooms from summer to autumn

  • ๐Ÿ Loved by bees and butterflies

  • ๐Ÿ’ฆ Moderate watering, drought-tolerant when mature

  • โ„๏ธ Hardy, but protect in severe frost

  • โœ‚๏ธ Low-maintenance and easy to grow!


๐ŸŒฟ Perfect For: Adding vertical interest, colour contrast, and a tropical pop to garden beds, mixed borders, and even large containers!

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