Overwintering King Tut Grass (Papyrus) in Alaska: Indoor Water Culture

Alaska gardener wants to overwinter King Tut grass in containers through long, dark winter.

Method (C.L.)

If potted, keep in dish holding 1-2" water.
If in ground, dig, pot, settle outdoors before frost.
Brightest window (south best).
No fertilizer; water only when dish dries.
Some stalks yellow—normal in low light.
Watch for aphids/whitefly; spray insecticidal soap.
April: divide, pot healthiest outer stems in fresh soil. Grows fast.
Semi-dormant winter; light doesn't need to be strong. No fertilizer until spring repot.

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