USDA: 5a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread
0.3 - 4 m (1 - 12 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type
loam
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
This herbaceous perennial is a thicket in form and has striped medium green and light grey foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses
Bog, container, ground cover and pond.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Equisetum scirpoides tolerates wet sites and compacted soil.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Equisetum scirpoides (dwarf horsetail) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Equisetum scirpoides (dwarf horsetail) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.
