Once planted properly, the papyrus plant does not require much care. But both the genuine papyrus and the Cyprus grass related to it do not tolerate low temperatures and are not hardy.

Papyrus can be planted in the garden in summer

The correct location for papyrus

Real papyrus is a marsh plant and is therefore ideal for planting around the edge of a garden pond. It naturally feels very comfortable in shallow water, because it likes to grow on riverbanks in its homeland. It is best if you put the papyrus in a planter, then it can be transported better for the winter. A sunny spot sheltered from the wind is ideal.

The right soil for your papyrus plant

Papyrus does not require special soil, but it should be kept evenly moist. Use normal potting soil or mix in some sand. Pond soil does not have to be specially enriched. You can also use compost when planting, then your Papyrus will not need any additional fertilizer for a few months.

Even if you want to cultivate the papyrus as a houseplant, normal potting soil is sufficient for planting. Since papyrus grows quite quickly, you should transplant it as soon as the planter becomes too small. This is the case at the latest when the pot is completely filled with stalks.

Do I need to transplant the papyrus for the winter?

Temperatures should not fall below 15 °C for real papyrus, even in winter, and not below 10 °C for other types of Cyprus grass. Ideally, you overwinter your papyrus in a bright, warm winter quarters.

If your papyrus is firmly planted in the garden pond or a swamp bed, you will need to transplant it to a pot in early fall. Even during winter, the soil should always be well moist. So don't forget to water your papyrus regularly. Also, make sure the humidity is high all year round.

The essentials in brief:

  • wet ground
  • normal potting soil, possibly mixed with some sand
  • bright warm location
  • high humidity
  • Suitable as a pond and house plant

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In summer, the papyrus feels very comfortable in the garden. A sunny, sheltered spot by the garden pond is ideal.

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