It also has much finer leaf blades and seems to require a warmer growing environment to flourish, thus is a slower grower in the early part of the season. Umbrella grass is shorter in stature, attaining a mature height of just 2-3 feet (.6-.9 meters) versus the 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) that umbrella palm reaches. This a very similar plant to the more popular umbrella palm, but does have some defining differences. The next family member I'd like to talk about is dwarf umbrella grass ( Cyperus alternifolius 'Gracilis'). Lastly on umbrella palms, it is one of the best candidates of all water plants to use as a house plant. I use bottom heat to grow them throughout the winter, but during the summer months that really isn't necessary. After manicuring the parasol into this form, place it into a soil-loaded starter cell tray, fill the tray with water to just below the soil line, and keep it at 70-75 F (21-24 C). Trim them down to an inch or so all the way around leaving a small portion of the stem intact, 1/2-1 inch (1.3-2.5 centimeters). One advantage it has over the Egyptian is that it can be wintered over outdoors here in zone eight by placing 5-6 inches (13-15 centimeters) of mulch over the crown of the plant. This one, like the Egyptian papyrus, will also work very well as a terrestrial garden plant. The overall simplicity of its form and growth habit makes it highly desirable for many water gardeners. It is always one of our most sought-after water plants here at the nursery. The papyrus family is very far reaching, but it all starts with the very well-known umbrella palm ( Cyperus alternifolius). At the summer's end bringing a portion of your mature plant either into a greenhouse or possibly a very bright location in your residence, kept to a minimum of 55 F (13 C) for most of the winter, the wonder of the Egyptian papyrus can be enjoyed for years to come. By providing plenty of root space, adequate nutrition, sunshine and moisture anything is possible. If it is possible to overwinter say a 1-2 gallon (4.4-8.8 liter), 3-4 foot (.9-1.2 meter) potted plant you should be able to reach the ultimate height of 10-12 feet (3-3.7 meters) in the next growing season. ![]() In our cooler Pacific northwest, having a greenhouse is the next best answer. If you happen to live in a climate more moderate than Oregon, USA, keeping that "look" going for whatever type of garden you may have can be very soothing to a gardener's soul. The statuesque presence of papyrus either placed at the back of a large water feature or used as a terrestrial style garden plant is really beyond compare. For me the versatile Egyptian papyrus ( Cyperus papyrus) that is used as a water garden plant comes to mind. When you first think of papyrus you may have a tendency to think of the Nile River, how paper was first made, or just about warmer climates in general.
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