USDA: 7a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H3 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread
0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type
clay to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
The sedge Cyperus papyrus 'Perkamentus Compact' (Egyptian papyrus) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and faded orange blossoms. The showy glossy foliage is medium green and faded green in colour and evergreen. A specimen plant, Cyperus papyrus 'Perkamentus Compact' (Egyptian papyrus) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Bog, container, house plant, pond and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Cyperus papyrus 'Perkamentus Compact' is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Cyperus papyrus 'Perkamentus Compact' (Egyptian papyrus) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.
