Equisetum hyemale
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Scouring Rush
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Small |
| Mature Height & Spread | 3' Spreading |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | High, Medium Water |
| Special Features | Desert Conditions, Low Water Use |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 1-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 3-11 |
| Plant Type | Grass-Like, Perennial |
Equisetum hyemale (Scouring Rush) is a common spreading rush a reed-like evergreen perennial that grows to 3 ft tall. The plant stems are cylindrical hollow jointed and about 1/3 inch in diameter. They have rough ridges. The tiny leaves are joined together around the stem forming a narrow black-green band or sheath at each joint. Like other ferns and their relatives this “scouring” rush does not produce flowers or seeds.
