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Papyrus
I have long been in love with the looks of this plant. Am thinking
about either buying a few or growing them from seed. But I hesitate because all the research I have done emphasizes boggy ground or other references to watery environment. Would there be any way to grow papyrus in a So. Calif coastal garden which doesn't get much rain even in "winter". IOW, would I have to create a special water environment for the plants? Would it take too much hassle/water/worry? I think several regulars live in more or less similar climates. Would value your opinions. HB |
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On 8/2/12 6:25 PM, Higgs Boson wrote:
I have long been in love with the looks of this plant. Am thinking about either buying a few or growing them from seed. But I hesitate because all the research I have done emphasizes boggy ground or other references to watery environment. Would there be any way to grow papyrus in a So. Calif coastal garden which doesn't get much rain even in "winter". IOW, would I have to create a special water environment for the plants? Would it take too much hassle/water/worry? I think several regulars live in more or less similar climates. Would value your opinions. HB Cyperus papyrus is hardy in your area west of the San Diego Freeway (I-405); east of the I-405, it might not survive occasional winter night frosts. It does not require a bog or pond, but it is indeed a very thirsty plant. It requires at least rich soil that is always moist to the point of almost being wet. It will grow to 6-10 ft. Some other species of Cyperus require actual submersion of potted plants in water. All of the above is from Sunset's "Western Garden Book". Anyone who is in or west of the Rocky Mountains and is serious about gardening should have a copy. -- David E. Ross Climate: California Mediterranean, see http://www.rossde.com/garden/climate.html Gardening diary at http://www.rossde.com/garden/diary |
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On Aug 2, 8:26*pm, "David E. Ross" wrote:
On 8/2/12 6:25 PM, Higgs Boson wrote: I have long been in love with the looks of this plant. *Am thinking about either buying a few or growing them from seed. *But I hesitate because all the research I have done emphasizes boggy ground or other references to watery environment. Would there be any way to grow papyrus in a So. Calif coastal garden which doesn't get much rain even in "winter". IOW, would I have to create a special water environment for the plants? *Would it take too much hassle/water/worry? I think several *regulars live in more or less similar climates. Would value your opinions. HB Cyperus papyrus is hardy in your area west of the San Diego Freeway (I-405); east of the I-405, it might not survive occasional winter night frosts. *It does not require a bog or pond, but it is indeed a very thirsty plant. *It requires at least rich soil that is always moist to the point of almost being wet. *It will grow to 6-10 ft. Some other species of Cyperus require actual submersion of potted plants in water. All of the above is from Sunset's "Western Garden Book". *Anyone who is in or west of the Rocky Mountains and is serious about gardening should have a copy. Hmmm...I do have the new one. You'd think I would consult it! We don't get frost, unlike the other side of the mountain. Thanks! HB HB -- |
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Extra little plant care is needed to thrive provided it is kept moist. Pruning is not necessary except to remove errant or broken stems. You can give it a balanced fertilizer in spring to support the growth of the huge stems. Papyrus grass has no damaging pests or diseases except rust fungus which will discolor the stems and foliage. In the correct zones with light and moist conditions, care of papyrus plant is easy for even a novice gardener.
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, Higgs Boson wrote: On Aug 2, 8:26*pm, "David E. Ross" wrote: On 8/2/12 6:25 PM, Higgs Boson wrote: I have long been in love with the looks of this plant. *Am thinking about either buying a few or growing them from seed. *But I hesitate because all the research I have done emphasizes boggy ground or other references to watery environment. Would there be any way to grow papyrus in a So. Calif coastal garden which doesn't get much rain even in "winter". IOW, would I have to create a special water environment for the plants? *Would it take too much hassle/water/worry? I think several *regulars live in more or less similar climates. Would value your opinions. HB Cyperus papyrus is hardy in your area west of the San Diego Freeway (I-405); east of the I-405, it might not survive occasional winter night frosts. *It does not require a bog or pond, but it is indeed a very thirsty plant. *It requires at least rich soil that is always moist to the point of almost being wet. *It will grow to 6-10 ft. Some other species of Cyperus require actual submersion of potted plants in water. All of the above is from Sunset's "Western Garden Book". *Anyone who is in or west of the Rocky Mountains and is serious about gardening should have a copy. Hmmm...I do have the new one. You'd think I would consult it! We don't get frost, unlike the other side of the mountain. Thanks! HB HB -- Brilliant, a water loving plant in arid Southern California. -- Welcome to the New America. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hA736oK9FPg or E Pluribus Unum Green Party Nominee Jill Stein & Running Mate, Cheri Honkala http://www.democracynow.org/2012/7/13/green_party_nominee_jill_stein_running |
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