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Hippuris vulgaris/Mare's Tail
Soft, bright green foliage on one foot stems
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Soft, bright green foliage on one foot stems
Mare's Tail growing in shallow water basin
Growing in shallow water
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Scientific Name:
Hippuris vulgaris
Common Name:
Mare's Tail
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
1-2 feet
Spread:
1-2 feet
Light Exposure:
Sun, Morning sun
Drainage:
Wet, Poorly drained
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
High
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Comments:
This is an excellent perennial for the water garden. Naturally it is associated with stream banks, shallow standing water and mud flats. Bright green foliage closely arranged in whorls up a stem of approximately one foot tall. Stems can be erect or slightly curved if plants are in running water. Small inconspicious flowers and small nut-like fruit are produced at leaf bases.