Cyperus papyrus ~ Giant Papayrus, Egyptian Papayrus host-plant Salix babylonica (Saule pleureur) -

Salix babylonica (Saule pleureur) - 20150810 14h42 (11052)

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Cyperus papyrus ~ Giant Papayrus, Egyptian Papayrus host-plant Salix babylonica (Saule pleureur) -Giant Papyrus is a tall clump forming sedge grass with thick light green triangular stems topped with huge airy umbels with thread like rays. Tiny greenish flowers bloom at the end of each ray in mid summer. Prefers part shade and wet boggy soils. Drought tolerant. When grown in a frost free environment, it can reach as tall as 15 feet. Type: Orn. Grass, Annual Height: 5' 8' Spread: 2 4 Spacing: 3 USDA Hardiness Zone: 9 11 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun