Equisetum japonicum - 17 cm aquatic basket

Description
The Rough horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) is an upright, runner-forming, evergreen perennial that produces brown flowers from July to August. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 60 cm wide. The Rough horsetail is well tolerant of frost.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Equisetum japonica.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower * evergreen

Frost hardiness
The Rough horsetail has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, stoloniferous.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Water depth
15 - 20 cm

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Rough horsetail sets beautiful accents together with: Marsh lobelia fern, dwarf bulrush, garden zebra sedge 'Zebrinus'.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - In harsh locations, sun protection is only recommended in the event of frost.

Flower
Equisetum hyemale var. japonicum forms brown flowers from July.

Interesting facts
Equisetum hyemale var. japonicum is slightly poisonous.

Use
Cut, pond edge, stream, pond

Stems
Rough horsetail is characterised by its blue-green stems.