pigface

How to Grow and Care for pigface

pigface · Carpobrotus edulis

This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive non-native species. Although not banned from sale, it is an offence to plant or cause these to grow in the wild IN ENGLAND WALES, NORTHERN IRELAND and the REPUBLIC OF IRELAND. Gardeners possessing them should undertake measures to control them. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information

Watering: Soak and dry method; water thoroughly when soil is drySunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing pigface

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleSoak and dry method; water thoroughly when soil is dry
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingMonthly with dilute fertilizer during growing season
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive non-native species. Although not banned from sale, it is an offence to plant or cause these to grow in the wild IN ENGLAND WALES, NORTHERN IRELAND and the REPUBLIC OF IRELAND. Gardeners possessing them should undertake measures to control them. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information

How to Water pigface?

Soak and dry method; water thoroughly when soil is dry

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for pigface?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for pigface?

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What Soil Is Best for pigface?

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

Well drained

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How to Fertilize pigface?

Monthly with dilute fertilizer during growing season

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How to Prune pigface?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate pigface?

Please see cultivation notes

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How to Transplant pigface?

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How to Care for pigface in Winter?

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How to Plant pigface?

This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive non-native species. Although not banned from sale, it is an offence to plant or cause these to grow in the wild IN ENGLAND WALES, NORTHERN IRELAND and the REPUBLIC OF IRELAND. Gardeners possessing them should undertake measures to control them. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information

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How to Repot pigface?

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How to Harvest pigface?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of pigface

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More General Info About pigface

Attributes of pigface

Plant typeShrubs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitMatforming · Trailing
OriginSouthern Africa (Cape)

Scientific Classification

Species
Carpobrotus edulis
Genus
Carpobrotus
Family
Aizoaceae
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