Mare's Tail, Horsetail

Mare's Tail, also known as horsetail (equisetum arvense). Invasive and fast growing weed in the UK.

What is Mare's tail?

Mare's tail or Marestail (Equisetum arvense), also known as “Horsetail”, is a fast growing and invasive deep rooted weed, not easily eradicated. It spreads rapidly forming a dense carpet that can crowd out less vigorous plants.

The rhizomes can be seen as far deep as 7m and the plant enters a property either through the wind distribution of spores, or more commonly, from the underground spread from a neighbouring property.

Why is Mare's tail a problem in the UK and Ireland?

Just like Japanese knotweed, Mare's tail will grow from the smallest amount of retained rhizome. This invasive weed can push through tarmac and grow through voids in concrete.

If you are a residential homeowner or commercial property owner/developer and struggling with the damaging effects of Mare's tail on your land, contact TCM to find out how we can help.  Schedule a site visit with one of our team and start the process of eradicating Marestail from your residential or commercial property. 

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What does Marestail look like?  View our image gallery to assist you in correctly identifying Marestail.

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