Description

Horsetail is a striking, architectural plant with a prehistoric appearance. It features tall, vertical, jointed stems that are green, hollow, and devoid of true leaves, creating a bold, graphic silhouette reminiscent of bamboo or reeds. Incredibly vigorous and adaptable, it thrives in wet conditions but will spread aggressively if not contained. It is best used as a modern architectural accent in contained water features or restricted planting beds.

Bold, Vertical Architectural Form: Produces upright, hollow, segmented green stems that create a strong, linear, and modern visual statement.
Prehistoric and Primitive Look: A living fossil, its simple, jointed structure offers unique texture and form unlike any other garden plant.
Thrives in Wet to Boggy Conditions: Prefers constantly moist or even shallowly submerged soil, making it ideal for pond edges, water gardens, or poorly drained areas.
Extremely Invasive if Uncontained: Spreads rapidly via deep, persistent rhizomes and can be very difficult to eradicate. Must be planted with a physical root barrier.
Perfect for Contained Modern Designs: Excels in modern patio planters, raised beds with solid sides, or aquatic containers where its spread can be strictly controlled.