![]() ![]() It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It can be propagated by division however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It may require supplemental watering during periods of drought or extended heat. It prefers to grow in moist to wet soil, and will even tolerate some standing water. This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. As such, gardeners should take into consideration that it will perform differently than it would in its native habitat. Although it's not a true annual, this fast-growing plant can be expected to behave as an annual in our climate if left outdoors over the winter, usually needing replacement the following year. It tends to be leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and should be underplanted with lower-growing perennials. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus will grow to be about 6 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus is recommended for the following landscape applications It has no significant negative characteristics. This is a relatively low maintenance plant, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus is an herbaceous annual with an upright spreading habit of growth. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus' attractive grassy leaves remain green in color throughout the season on a plant with an upright spreading habit of growth. Until next time, I’m horticulturist Gary Bachman enjoying our Southern Gardening.This variety is a large semi-aquatic, grass-like plant producing long green stems with green bracts perfect for pond side planting or in moist gardens doesn't mind being submerged a few inches But even if they don’t come back the next spring, if the home gardener just treated them as annuals, and brought a plant or two each year, the rate to growth and the unique texture would be worth it. In Mississippi, in zone 8 and 9, the plant will typically die back to the ground and return the next year. Papyrus generally aren’t hardy when freezing temperatures occur. The flower clusters appear at the ends of these rays. There is even baby Tut which at less than two-feet tall would be fantastic in a container.Īll three papyrus sections feature triangular green stems topped by an umbrella inflorescence with hundreds of thread like-rays. ![]() I grew Prince Tut in my landscape in a large terracotta container that is perfect for displaying the three-foot tall plant. If you want that exotic look but have a small growing space, there are a couple of smaller choices. And the dramatic appearance makes for a great conversation with the connection to the distant past. ![]() King Tut is a member of the same papyrus family of plants that the Egyptians used to make paper. This grass-like plant can easily grow to six feet tall and has a striking presence in the landscape. One plant that drew a lot of attention in our trial gardens this year was the exotic looking King Tut Papyrus. Southern Gardening with Gary Bachman is produced by the Mississippi State University Extension Service. King Tut Papyrus is a must have landscape plant for next year today on Southern Gardening. Host: Gary Bachman, Ornamental Horticulture Specialist ![]()
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