A more compact selection of papyrus with the same green firework heads on slender stems, ideal for tubs, pots and small water features. Grows happily in saturated soil or shallow water.
At a glance
- Plant type: Aquatic plant
- Mature size: 1.5 m H × 80 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: wet or boggy ground
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut'
Cyperus papyrus 'King Tut' is a fast-growing aquatic plant in the Cyperaceae family. It reaches around 1.5 m tall and 80 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Cream green flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut'
Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' suits tropical, subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' does best in clay soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' is adapted to wet or boggy ground. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Prune Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' in the garden
Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to wet or boggy ground and tropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Dwarf Papyrus 'King Tut'
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