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Casuarina equisetifolia

Horsetail Tree

Plant photo of: Casuarina equisetifolia
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

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

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.