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Are you a first-time plant owner, have a busy or hectic life but still desire to add a plant to your home? The Hedgehog Aloe is the plant you want to go with. Known for its soothing gel inside its leaves, it is also a lenient plant that can tolerate neglect and is easy to care for. Its green-blue leaves produce blooms that are coral-red in the spring to late summer. It is hardy in zones 9 and above.
Best Locations For Growing Hedgehog Aloe
Place the Hedgehog Aloe in your bathroom, kitchen, family room, on your front porch, in your bedroom, or take it into the office with you.
Hedgehog Aloe Sunlight Requirements
The Hedgehog Aloe will thrive when placed in a sunny spot or area. Windows that face west or east are preferable.
Hedgehog Aloe Plant Care
Deadheading is not required. Mix potting soil and sand by a 1:1 ratio for planting. Propagate through pups by separating at the root. Start with a four to six-inch pot and move up by four inches as necessary.
Watering Hedgehog Aloe
Water needs for the Hedgehog Aloe are low. During the summer water every 10 days or whenever the soil has dried out. The remainder of the year, water less frequently, approximately monthly. This plant does not tolerate overwatering and is susceptible to root rot.
Feeding Hedgehog Aloe
Fertilizer is not necessary but if desired, feed in the spring with a succulent specific fertilizer.
Hedgehog Aloe Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: No |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Air Purifier: Low |
| Habit: Clumping |
| Growth Rate: Slow |
| Mature Height: 12 inches |
| Mature Spread: 15 - 20 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Orange, Red |
| Flower Shade/Description: Orange-Coral |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Blue |
| Foliage Description: Bright Green, small soft teeth |
| Temperature: 60° - 80°F (16° - 27°C) |
| Humidity: Moderate - High |
| Common Name: Hedgehog Aloe |
| Other Name(s): Hedgehog Aloe |
| Scientific Name: Aloe humilis x 'Hedgehog' |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- ALHDG
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Mini pot
Plant Age:
~ 2-6 months
Plant Size:
~ 2"-4"
Pot Size:
~ 1.9"H x 2"W
Volume:
~ .012-0.15 quarts
Also Known As:
Small pot
Plant Age:
~ 3-6 months
Plant Size:
~ 2"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 2.5"H x 3"W
Volume:
~ 0.3 quarts
Also Known As:
Quart pot
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 5"-10"
Pot Size:
~ 3.5"H x 4"W
Volume:
~ 0.75 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 6-12 months
Plant Size:
~ 8"-16"
Pot Size:
~ 5"H x 6"W
Volume:
1.5 quarts
Also Known As:
Large pot
Plant Age:
~ 1-2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-24"
Pot Size:
~ 6"H x 8"W
Volume:
~ 3 quarts
Also Known As:
'
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 years
Plant Size:
~ 16"-36"
Pot Size:
~ 7.25"H x 10”W
Volume:
~ 4.5-5 quarts
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