Casuarina equisetifolia
Horsetail Tree
Description
This upright, spreading evergreen tree is fast growing and can reach heights of 40'-65' and widths of 20'-30'. It has a feathery and open character. It is drought resistant and does well in full sun and reflected heat. It is tolerant of salt spray and wet areas (but can be invasive in wet areas). It does not like clay soils or hard frost. This tree can compete with other plants and can become invasive. Photos supplied by Peter Shaw Cabrillo College.
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.