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Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus

Proven Winners

$26.99
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$26.99
This product does not ship to: Idaho, Utah
  • Height 18-30 Inches
  • Width 24-36 Inches
  • Use as a thriller when using in containers

Sturdy upright stems carry a veritable mop of grass-like fronds that sprout from a single point at the top of the stem, looking for all the world like fireworks shooting out of the stem. Bright green, triangular shaped stems, smaller than traditional papyrus plants, create a visual treat when planted in your large containers alone, or with other annuals as a thrilling centerpiece. You can also plant these lovely green grass-like plants in your bog or water garden if your winter temperatures do not go below 35 degrees. The majority of gardeners, however, will have to opt for using this beautiful plant as an annual and for that purpose, Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus is a real show stopper.

This diminutive member of the Sedge family is native to Africa, Zones 10 to 11, where it can grow up to 15 feet tall, primarily in bogs, along streams and in areas with wet boggy soil, most famously along the Nile River in Egypt. Graceful Grasses Prince Tut is a dwarf Egyptian Papyrus, much more suited to homeowners patios and decks, or perhaps in a bog or water garden in the hottest portions of the growing zones. United States gardeners in all regions can grow Prince Tut as a long season annual, giving a show from spring until fall with its frilly heads and interesting nut-like seeds that form in the last part of the season. This annual makes a spectacular thriller in a large patio container, complementing flowering annuals that cascade down the planter while it waves in the breeze above.

Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus Care

Papyrus is partial to the sun, growing best in part to full sun, at least 4 to 6 hours a day. As it prefers to be in wet, boggy soil, maintaining a consistent moisture is important. If you plant it with other annuals that cannot tolerate wet feet, keep the container well watered for best results. Use a fast draining soil of average quality. Papyrus prefers a soil pH at about 6 to 6.5, slightly acidic to neutral. Keep the crown of the roots above water or soil level. When planted in a bog or a water garden, this annual will survive just fine sitting in a couple inches of water. The key is consistently moist soil. Fertilize Prince Tut by applying a water soluble fertilizer that is diluted to half strength each month starting in the spring once planted. Spray the foliage and then water the plant to help avoid fertilizer burn.

Deadheading is not needed to keep papyrus producing stems and heads. Pruning is typically not needed unless you have a yellowed or dead stem, simply clip it off at the base and discard. Unfortunately this stately grass-like annual is not able to be overwintered indoors, so gardeners typically will repurchase new plants in the spring for the following year. This award winning best seller is worth the extra effort as it will really put on a show for your patio or deck containers.

Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus Spacing

Space plants 18 to 24 inches apart when planted in your bog or water garden landscape. Prince Tut will grow up to 30 inches tall and spread out 36 inches wide, creating a spectacular focal point. Papyrus has historical significance as it is the source for making papyrus paper, but you will enjoy its beautiful upright habit in your annual garden containers or water gardens this spring.

Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11
Flower Color(s): Green
Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage
Foliage Color(s) Green
Foliage Description: Bright Grass Green
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun
Height Class: Tall
Height: 18-30 Inches
Spread: 24-36 Inches
Spacing: 18-24 Inches
Habit: Upright
Watering: Average
Drought Tolerant: No
Container Role: Thriller
Use Types: Combinations, Container, Landscape, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Foliage Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary
Maintenance: Easy
Scientific Name: Cyperus papyrus 'Prince Tut'
Common Name: Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus
Other Name(s): Egyptian Paper Reed, Giant Papyrus, Paper Reed, Papyrus
Plant Type: Annual
Brand: Proven Winners

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SKU:
CYPPT

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

9 Reviews - Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus Show Reviews

  • 5
    Quick and healthy!

    Posted by Kaye Baus on Jul 04, 2023

    Quick and healthy!

  • 1
    Unhappy...

    Posted by Diane More on May 18, 2023

    It looked a little rough when it got here but I gave it 3 days to settle in, then I called. Very nice lady told me to pot it up, so I did. Didn’t seem to help, in fact just made it worse?. Next two days were weekends so couldn’t call back. End of story is mr. Tut grass bit the dust?. Very disappointing. Diane More

  • 5
    Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian...

    Posted by Florie Gray on Apr 29, 2023

    Graceful Grasses® Prince Tut Dwarf Egyptian Papyrus

  • 5
    Graceful...

    Posted by madeline singer on May 05, 2022

    Love this plant - it is growing well and looks amazing - came packaged well and in good shape - I repotted it and placed it in an area to get plenty of morning and id afternoon sun - seems to like its new location

  • 2
    Plants arrived severely damaged, replacement or...

    Posted by Jennifer Collins on May 02, 2022

    Ordered in December. Received in April. These grasses were my one "big splurge" for Spring since I can't ever find them locally. When I opened the box, they were smashed with all new growth crunched and dead. I contacted customer service who refused a refund or send replacements, saying that the "Proven Winners" plant manager said something along the lines of shipping damage should be expected (?), and to give it "2 - 3 weeks" for it to start growing. Plant Addicts gave me a longer 6-month warranty on the plants, whoop-di-doo. So, I can't expect to get a refund or replacement until October??? Meanwhile, I am 13 days in, babying these crunched up $35-each plants hoping they will start to recover and grow. Extremely frustrating ordeal, and doubtful I will ever order again.

  • 1
    Came with all stems broken and dirt was dry and...

    Posted by Cathy Friedland on Apr 23, 2022

    Came with all stems broken and dirt was dry and container was ½ empty. I had to cut off broken heads and water and replace dirt. We will see if it lives.

  • 1
    Outrageous price for minuscule plant size.

    Posted by Ralph Holroyd on Apr 17, 2022

    Outrageous price for minuscule plant size.

  • 5
    Prince...

    Posted by Brent E. Koenig on Jun 15, 2021

    Arrived in great condition and doing well !!!

  • 5
    Great...

    Posted by C DiRisio on May 07, 2021

    The plant arrived in perfect form. The size is bigger then I expected. Would order from again