Water Plants
Cyperus papyrus 'King Tut'
King Tut Egyptian papyrus
Large, airy green heads top tall upright stems, creating a bold tropical focal point. King Tut works well as a centerpiece in generous wet containers or at a pond margin, where its root ball can stay consistently moist.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun to part shade
- Pond placement
- Water garden, moist container or bog edge.
- Water depth
- Keep the crown above water; the root ball may be submerged.
- Winter care
- Treat as an annual in Kentucky. Proven Winners does not recommend indoor overwintering for this selection; replace it in spring.
- Mature size
- 4–6 ft. tall × 3–4 ft. wide
- Water
- Consistently wet soil
The crown is where stems emerge from the roots; keep it at the stated water level.
Sizes & prices
- #1$16.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Wet soil
- Tolerates wet soil and shallow standing water.
Seasonal interest
- Foliage
- Upright stems topped with fine green rays.
Water garden care
- Planting method
- Container or pond-edge pot; keep the root ball consistently moist.
- Pruning
- Remove spent stems at their base, rather than shortening green stems.
- Division
- Divide crowded plants in spring.
Sources & photo credits
Photo: Photo courtesy of Proven Winners. · Retail promotional permission
Reviewed September 27, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.