Common horsetail
Equisetum arvense
Common horsetail is an ancient, primitive plant that thrives in moist to wet conditions and can tolerate various light levels. This hardy perennial spreads aggressively through rhizomes and can become invasive if not contained. Best suited for bog gardens, pond edges, or contained plantings where its spreading nature is desired.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 3-5 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist To Wet
Soil pH
4 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 22, 2021 by kristal selnes (cc-by-sa)
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