Grass - Horsetail Rush

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Grass - Horsetail Rush

The Grass 'Horsetail Rush', Equisetum hyemele, is an upright mounded, clumping rhizome. An ancient plant with bushy, slender stems and a weeping habit. When young, the slender stems grow horizontally but the plant sends up thicker, vertical stems as it ages. In winter, the evergreen, gray green foliage turns a rich bronze. The Horsetail Rush, also known as the Scouring Rush, is one of the oldest plants to be used by man. It reaches heights to 4 feet, and is a durable plant. It has jointed, hollow stems that are furrowed and green with black bands that give it a bamboo-like appearance. ... additional information

 

Hosta - Pineapple Poll The dark green leaves are heavily rippled and have good slug resistance. Leaves are 10" long x 4" wide. The lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta’s are not known only for their flowers. Hosta ‘Pineapple Poll' needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained area. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Grass - Horsetail Rush