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Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus

Cyperus papyrus

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Overview

Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus, or Cyperus papyrus, is a compact annual with bright green upright stems and playful umbrella-like poms. It grows 18-30 inches tall and 24-36 inches wide, making a striking container thriller or focal point. Plant in part sun to sun with average to moist soil and steady water. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11.

Water Medium
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — is a compact annual with bright green upright stems and playful umbrella-like poms

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
1.5–2.5 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family
Cyperaceae

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Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — with average to consistently moist soil; yet gardeners report it can be forgiving when, image 219
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — Part of the Proven Winners® lineup; while it is especially at home near water, image 65
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — it is surprisingly adaptable in regular garden beds once established; and should be treated, image 164
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — Its upright habit feels playful yet refined; umbrella-like poms that sway and bounce with, image 126
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — While it is especially at home near water; green flowers in the garden, image 162
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — resort-like quality to mass plantings or serves as a distinctive focal point beside stone, image 200
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — It appreciates generous watering
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — hardy in USDA Zones 10a through 11b; is a compact annual with bright green upright stems and, image 216
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — green flowers in the garden; resort-like quality to mass plantings or serves as a, image 145
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11; where its vertical stems and tufted tops contrast beautifully, image 149
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — While it is especially at home near water; green flowers in the garden, image 75
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — It grows 18-30 inches tall and 24-36 inches wide, making a striking container thriller or, image 205
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — or in containers designed to hold moisture; part of the Proven Winners® lineup, image 163
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — Deadheading is not necessary; hardy in USDA Zones 10a through 11b, image 197
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — making it substantial enough to anchor a container while remaining proportionate for smaller, image 127
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — and maintenance is refreshingly simple.<br><br>Use Prince Tut™ as a lively “thriller” in mixed containers
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11; where its vertical stems and tufted tops contrast beautifully with trailing
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — particularly in hot weather or exposed containers; its sculptural silhouette also makes it, image 79
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — it is surprisingly adaptable in regular garden beds once established
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — or in containers designed to hold moisture; part of the Proven Winners® lineup, image 192
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — or broad-leaved tropical companions; it is perennial only in warm climates, image 114
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — and should be treated as a fast-growing annual wherever freezing temperatures occur; this, image 217
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — where its vertical stems and tufted tops contrast beautifully with trailing sedums
Prince Tut™ Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) — It is perennial only in warm climates; deadheading is not necessary, image 157

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