Papyrus
Best aquatic foliage for gardeners seeking a bold, low-maintenance tropical statement.
Bring a touch of the exotic to your home with this Papyrus plant from Wayside Gardens. Known for its grass-like habit and distinctive feather-like foliage, this vigorous grower adds significant visual interest. It thrives in moist to wet soil and tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it versatile for water gardens or tropical displays. While it's an easy-to-grow annual in colder climates, it can be overwintered indoors. Supplied in a 2-Quart container, this plant is a fast-growing, clumping foliage plant perfect for adding a bold statement.
$29.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
713
/ 957
#713 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
+61%
Above average
Virtual SKU
880916
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic vertical focal point
- Busy pond owners wanting a resilient, low-maintenance plant
- Landscapers managing perpetually wet or boggy soil
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding intensive winter plant care
- Forgetful waterers prone to letting containers dry out
- Minimalists wanting to avoid aggressive, spreading root systems
Performance breakdown
Growth Vigor
Rapid development makes this an ideal choice for quick seasonal impact.
Water Garden Suitability
Thrives in saturated conditions where most traditional landscape plants would fail.
Maintenance Simplicity
Requires consistent moisture but demands very little specialized care to flourish.
Visual Impact
Dramatic height and unique texture create an instant architectural focal point.
Climate Versatility
Limited to tropical zones unless managed as a seasonal indoor plant.
Light Adaptability
Performs reliably across a wide range of sun and shade exposures.
Key Specs
Virtual SKU
88091-PK-6
Item Form
2-Quart
Genus
Cyperus
Species
papyrus
Hardiness Zones
10 - 11
Mature Height
72.0 inches
Mature Width
48.0 inches
Bloom Color
Green
Features
- Vigorous, feather-like foliage
- Suitable for water gardens
- Tolerates sun and partial shade
- Easy to grow
- Fast-growing
- Clumping growth habit
- Adds visual interest
- Requires moist to wet soil
What customers say
The Papyrus by Wayside Gardens earns high marks for quality and reliable performance. Customers consistently praise the robust health and impressive size of the specimens upon arrival. The plant establishes quickly and thrives easily, often exceeding expectations for vigor in water features or containers. Consumers feel the premium price is justified by the plant's immediate impact and dependable, low maintenance nature, confirming strong value for this unique garden accent.
Know before you buy
Yes, Papyrus is an excellent choice for water gardens. It thrives in moist to wet soil and can be placed in shallow water, making it a perfect candidate for pond edges or bog gardens.
Since Papyrus is only hardy in zones 10-11, it is typically grown as an annual in colder regions. However, you can overwinter it by bringing the container indoors before the first frost and placing it in a bright, sunny spot with consistently moist soil.
No, this plant is not considered pet-safe. It is best to keep it in an area of your home or garden that is inaccessible to curious cats or dogs.
This is a vigorous, fast-growing plant that reaches a mature height of 72 inches and a width of 48 inches. Ensure you have enough vertical and horizontal space to accommodate its clumping habit as it matures.
Papyrus is quite versatile and will thrive in both direct sun and partial shade. While it can handle varied light conditions, ensure it always has access to plenty of water, as it is not drought-tolerant.
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