Casuarina equisetifolia |
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Horsetail Tree |
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'
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Leaf Color
Green
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Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.