A couple of years ago I noticed a small patch of horsetail growing in the pavement outside my house. Stupidly I did nothing about it.
Now it's all over my garden, in my vegetable beds, greenhouse beds, flower beds and lawn.
Does anyone know of a way to kill this horrible horrible weed without damaging my precious veggies and flowers?
Any ideas would be gratefully received.
Thanks
pondlady
Favorite Answer
You just have to keep pulling it. It may take an entire year before you get it all, but keep after it. I know this because I did the exact same thing. Good luck!
jerry w
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Horsetail
Overview:
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense), an herbal remedy dating back to at least ancient Roman and Greek medicine, was used traditionally to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis and kidney problems. The name Equisetum is derived from the Latin roots equus, meaning "horse," and seta, meaning "bristle."
Today, horsetail continues to have medicinal value. The plant's stems are rich in silica and silicic acids, which help mend broken bones and form collagen, an important protein found in connective tissue, skin, bone, cartilage, and ligaments. Therefore, horsetail is used as a supplement to treat and prevent osteoporosis.
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