Description

The Equisetum robustum, also known as the Black Barred Horsetail, is a larger and more robust variety of horsetail, standing taller and with thicker stems than its relative, Equisetum hyemale. This striking plant features dark, vertical stems with black markings, creating a bold and dramatic architectural statement in water gardens, ponds, and damp garden spaces.

With its hardy nature and impressive size, the Black Barred Horsetail thrives in moist, marshy environments and can tolerate a range of water conditions. Its thick, bamboo-like stems and textured appearance make it an excellent choice for adding height, structure, and a touch of wild elegance to your landscape.

Features:

• Larger and thicker-stemmed than Equisetum hyemale
• Dark, vertical stems with striking black markings
• Ideal for water gardens, ponds, and wetland areas
• Adds dramatic vertical interest and texture to any landscape
• Hardy and low-maintenance, thriving in damp or moist conditions

Add the Equisetum robustum to your garden for a bold and impressive horsetail that will stand out with its dramatic presence, perfect for creating striking focal points in aquatic or damp garden spaces.

Repotting or planting

9cm marginal plants require potting into a larger mesh basket. Place in a pond no deeper than 1/3 maximum recommended planting depth to allow the plants to establish. 1ltr marginal plants do not require repotting, place in the pond no deeper than 1/2 maximum recommended planting depth to allow the plants to establish, plants over 60cm height growth will benefit from repotting into a larger mesh basket or should be planted in gravel to prevent them from falling over. 3ltr and 5ltr plants do not require repotting, as they are larger more established plants they can be placed up to the maximum recommended depth. There is no need to remove the mesh basket.

Care instructions

Little maintenance is required. Trim just above the water surface after foliage has died back in Autumn to tidy.

Colour

Brown

Growth rate

Medium

Flowers

Jun- Aug

Sun/shade

Full sun to part shade

Native

Season

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Measurements in centimetres

Height Min -Max

100-180

Depth Min-Max

0-15