Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ – Compact, Sunshine-Yellow Spikes for Summer Colour
Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ is a vibrant, compact variety of Red Hot Poker offering cheerful pineapple-yellow flower spikes that bloom repeatedly from midsummer through early autumn. Part of the renowned Popsicle Series, this dwarf perennial is perfect for injecting sunny energy into borders, gravel gardens, and patio containers, with a neat form that fits beautifully into tighter spaces.
The upright, torch-like flowers rise above mounded, grassy green foliage, creating a long-lasting vertical accent that brightens the garden and supports pollinators. Drought-tolerant and easy to care for, ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering continuous bursts of colour and movement.
Key Features
Flowers: Bright, pineapple-yellow poker-like spikes held aloft
Ultimate Height: 0.5 - 1m
Ultimate Spread: 0.1 - 0.5m
Foliage: Neat, narrow green leaves in a compact clump
Flowering Period: July to September (may rebloom)
Habit: Upright and clump-forming – space-efficient and tidy
Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Eryngium ‘Blue Hobbit’ – adds spiky blue contrast and texture
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Coreopsis verticillata ‘Moonbeam’ – soft yellow for a harmonious glow
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Festuca glauca ‘Intense Blue’ – foliage contrast and drought tolerance
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Achillea ‘Terracotta’ – muted, warm tones that complement
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Verbena rigida – low-growing purple accent for a striking colour mix
Ideal For
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Small borders and sunny containers
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Coastal, Mediterranean, or drought-tolerant planting schemes
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Hot-colour combinations or cheerful summer borders
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Pollinator-friendly garden designs
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun
Soil: Free-draining; tolerates sandy, gravelly, or poor soils
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK regions; mulch in colder areas
Maintenance: Deadhead regularly to encourage continued flowering; trim back foliage in autumn or early spring
Why Choose Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ (2L Pot)?
- Compact, long-flowering perennial with vivid yellow blooms
- Ideal for containers, borders, and water-wise gardens
- Loved by bees and butterflies
- Easy-care structure with tropical energy
Bring a bold splash of sunshine to your garden with Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ – a cheerful, compact perennial that brightens borders and pots with tropical charm and pollinator-friendly performance.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
