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horsetail
Equisetum praealtum

Fort Collins

Synonyms: Equisetum hyemale ssp. affine
Dimensions: Height: 4.0 in. (or less) to 2.0 ft.
Spread: 3.0 ft. to 8.0 ft.
Growth Form: Herbaceous
Program Association: Nature in the City, Xeriscape Incentive Program
Wildlife Uses: Large Mammals
Sun Requirements: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Water Requirements: Low, Moderate
Plant Community: Foothills, Mountains, Plains, Riparian, Wet Meadow
Aggressiveness: Spreads Underground
Design Considerations: Container Friendly, Evergreen, Winter Interest
Other Considerations: Deer Tolerant, Limited Availability
Duration: Perennial
Natural Landscape Position: Fort Collins Model
4, 5
Soil Type: Variable
Pests/Disease Prone: No
Hazards/Toxic: No City Data.

Notes

Commonly found throughout Colorado. This species is native to the entire U.S.