hedgehog

How to Grow and Care for hedgehog

hedgehog · Agave stricta
Also known as: blue hedgehog; rabo de león

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterloggingSunlight: Full sunSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing hedgehog

hedgehog
Care difficulty1 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
ToxicitySkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information

How to Water hedgehog?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for hedgehog?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for hedgehog?

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What Soil Is Best for hedgehog?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for hedgehog?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize hedgehog?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

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How to Prune hedgehog?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate hedgehog?

Propagate by offsets taken in spring or autumn

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How to Transplant hedgehog?

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How to Care for hedgehog in Winter?

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How to Plant hedgehog?

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information

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How to Repot hedgehog?

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How to Harvest hedgehog?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insects

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The Toxicity of hedgehog

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

More General Info About hedgehog

Attributes of hedgehog

Plant typeCactus Succulent · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginMexico

Scientific Classification

Species
Agave stricta
Genus
Agave
Family
Asparagaceae
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