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Casuarina equisetifolia

Horsetail Tree

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

40'-65' height by 20'-30' width. Rapid grower. Upright spreading evergreen. Has a feathery and open character. Originated in Southeast Asia and Australia. Will take salt spray, full sun or reflected heat. Drought resistant. Very tolerant of salty soil but does not do well in heavy clay. Will also take wet areas. Damaged by hard frost. Aggressive and may compete with others, Can be invasive in wet conditions.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Seascape

Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.