Graceful Grasses® King Tut® Egyptian Papyrus

Graceful Grasses® King Tut® is an upright papyrus with green stems and large heads of arching leaves; the supplier describes its spikelets as greenish. It reaches about 4–6 feet high and 3–4 feet wide, creating an architectural focal point in large containers or landscape beds ([Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/cyperus/graceful-grasses-king-tut-egyptian-papyrus-cyperus-papyrus); [Kew Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/330934-2)). ## Placement Give King Tut room to show its full height and broad, umbrella-like heads. It suits a large patio planter, pond margin or open landscape bed, and the supplier lists spring and summer flower seasons. Part sun to sun is suitable; the published hardiness range is USDA zones 10–11. ## Growing Conditions Although it is sold as a water plant, the supplier rates its water needs as average and explains that it can grow beside a pond or in shallow water. Keep the root mass wet, but do not cover the crown with water. A large, moisture-retentive container or consistently moist bed supports the rapid growth without obscuring the plant’s shape. ## Maintenance King Tut is frost tender and is listed as an annual; in colder regions, treat it as a seasonal accent rather than a plant expected to overwinter outdoors. The supplier notes that it grows quickly when replanted in spring, so allow room for its mature spread and refresh container moisture during hot weather. Deadheading is not needed for this foliage-focused display.