.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Little Tut' Papyrus Cyperus papyrus 'Little Tut' Description A compact, ornamental aquatic grass featuring feathery, green foliage. Ideal for water gardens and container displays, offering a lush, tropical appearance. Suggested Uses Perfect for water features, ponds, container gardens, and exotic landscape accents. Plant Details Botanical Name: Little Tut' Papyrus Cyperus papyrus 'Little Tut' Common Name: Little Tut' Papyrus Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet tall with a spread of 1-2 feet, suitable for containers and small pond margins. Hardiness Zones: 9-11; can be grown as an annual or brought indoors in cooler climates. Foliage Type: Feathery, green, strap-like leaves. Bloom Time: Summer to early fall. Growth Rate: Moderate to fast. Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade. Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies. Indoor Friendly: Yes, if kept in bright, humid conditions. Container Friendly: Definitely, ideal for pots with water. Deer Resistant: Yes. Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested by pets. Fragrant: No. Cut Flower: No. Grows Well With: Water lilies, ferns, and ornamental grasses. Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in moist, rich soil or submerged in shallow water. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist or waterlogged for optimal growth. Soil Type: Rich, fertile, and water-retentive. Humidity: Prefers high humidity environments. Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or yellowing foliage to maintain health. Winter Care: Bring indoors or protect from frost in cooler zones. Planting Depth: Plant rhizomes 1-2 inches below soil level. Fertilization: Feed monthly during active growing season with a balanced aquatic plant fertilizer. Special Care: Maintain water levels and avoid overexposure to direct, harsh sunlight.
