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How to Grow and Care for Mousetails

The plant mousetails thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure and requires minimal water once established. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal infections. This easy-to-care-for plant benefits from occasional pruning to maintain its growth and shape. Regular monitoring for pests can help keep mousetails in optimal health.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Mousetails

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	5.5-7
Hardiness Zones	12

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Types of Mousetails

Tiny mousetail

Tiny mousetail (*Myosurus minimus*) is a member of the buttercup family. It is indigenous to most of the Northern Hemisphere. This species loves to grow in soggy areas of the world, such as alongside flowing rivers, freshwater marshes, swampy bogs, and flooded fens.

Common Pests & Diseases

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