Cyperus papyrus
Egyptian paper rush
- 1 litre aquatic pot
- £21.99
- available to order from late spring
- 3 × 1 litre aquatic pots
- £34.99
- available to order from late spring
- 3 litre aquatic pot
- £37.99
- available to order from late spring
Delivery options
- Standard £5.95
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Depth of water: 0-15cm
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: August and September
- Hardiness: tender (needs winter protection)
This is a statuesque perennial that grows at the margins of a pond, or boggy areas of the garden that never quite dry out. It forms a clump of upright stems, which are topped with tufted clusters, each with a small reddish brown flower at its tip. It's perfect for adding vertical interest, particularly in a large contemporary garden. - Garden care: Wearing robust gardening gloves cut back and compost dead vegetative material in autumn and overwinter potted plants under glass - ideally sitting in a tray of water so they don't dry out.
