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Scouring Rush

Equisetum hyemale

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About Scouring Rush

Does best in full sun to part shade with moist to wet soil. Mature plants stand 60–120 cm tall. Deer tend to leave it alone.

Growing Scouring Rush

Bloom: May–June
Light: Full sun, Part shade
Soil: Moist, Wet
Mature size: 60–120 cm

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