Equisetum Hyemale Rough Horsetail

Equisetum Hyemale | Rough Horsetail

Equisetum Hyemale, also known as Rough Horsetail, is a stunning, evergreen plant that adds interest to the garden throughout the year. Extremely hardy even 500 miles inside the Artic circle. Leave old growth standing through winter. Cut down in spring when new shoots have grown to about 15cm high.

Marginal plants are great for ponds, and will add colour, interest and wildlife habitat to your garden. Marginal pond plants like Equisetum Hyemale, Rough Horsetail, make a wonderful and easy addition to any garden pond edge.

Where do you plant marginal pond plants?
Marginal Pond Plants, such as the Equisetum Hyemale - Rough Horsetail can be placed in the shallow areas of a pond. This is usually around the edges, or margin, of the pond. Certain types of marginal pond plants can be planted out of the pond water in damp ground, ideal for a bog garden or water garden display.

For a guide to planting and maintaining marginal plants please click here.

Features
Max. Height: 100-180cm
Growth Rate: Medium
Type: Freshwater Pond Marginal
Flowers: June - August
Position: Full sun to part shade
Planting Depth: 0-15cm

Please note: photo is for illustrative purposes and depending on time of year and growth rate may not reflect exactly what you receive. Pond Plants are shipped directly from the grower and are subject to a one-off £5.99 delivery surcharge regardless or order size/value. Please allow 3-10 working days for delivery on average.