Harvesting of Equisetum hyemale is typically done in the late summer and early fall months, so the months to start harvesting would be August, September, October, and November.
scouringrush horsetail
Equisetum hyemale
Also Known As - horsetailThe scouringrush horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) is an amazing plant species. Its tough, hollow shoots are composed of jointed segments and whorled branches and can reach heights of 3 feet. It is extremely hardy and can withstand prolonged periods of drought. And because of its high silica content, it has been used over centuries as a natural scouring material for cleaning and sharpening tools. It's also incredibly tolerant of a wide variety of soils from moisture-loving to flooded conditions. An abundant source of nutrients in wetlands, scouringrush horsetail provides food to various aquatic life, and its rapid growth helps to protect shorelines from erosion. It is truly an amazing plant species.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Soil:
Bog
Fruits:
Fruits In Spring Ready In Winter
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
This native North American species of Equisetum is ideal for a wide variety of soil and sun conditions. It prefers damp soil and should be watered once weekly during the summer months, providing enough water to keep the soil damp but not so much that it puddles. During the winter months, the scouringrush horsetail will require less water, so allow the top layer of soil to dry out before watering.
sunlight
Scouringrush horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) is a plant species that prefers full sunlight. For best growth, it should get 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. The amount of sunlight will depend on the season and the regional environment. In summer months, scouringrush horsetail should receive a full 8 hours of direct sunlight, while in winter it is typically fine with 6 hours.
pruning
Scouringrush horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Start pruning when the plants are still dormant, before growth emerges in the spring. Remove any shoots that are dead or damaged. Prune off shoots that are growing out of bounds or that are too tall. You can also prune off any that are crowding each other or shading desired plants.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Equisetum hyemale typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Equisetum hyemale is typically done in the late summer and early fall months, so the months to start harvesting would be August, September, October, and November.
