Taxonomy

Division:

Equisetophyta | - Horsetails

Family:

Equisetaceae

Genus:

Equisetum

Species:

Equisetum × dycei

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in wetland areas