Equisetum arvense is in a fascinating and ancient family of plants (Equisetaceae), but not one used in ornamental cultivation because of its invasive tendencies. Horsetail, closely related to ferns, does not make flowers, fruit or seeds but reproduces by way of spores released by non photosynthesising stems early in the season. Its deep rooting rhizomatous habit is the source of its bad reputation coupled with its resilience when inevitably met with chemical control. Here seen where farm land meets woodland in early December.
Tend&Grow 