How To Care For Hedgehog Cactus. In fact this cactus plant thrives in rocky or gravelly soil. This type of cactus does not respond well to compacted soil that doesnt drain well or soil that is too fertile.
Hedgehog Cactus pruning and providing its soil with proper fertilizers is an important part of caring it. Keep it warm and barely moist until it roots. Remove all the buds and let the callus grow over the wound.
The Claret Cup Cactus prefers sunny conditions and extremely well-drained soil or they can develop root rot.
Corrells hedgehog cactus needs 05 cups of water every 12 when it doesnt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5 pot. Old Rainbow hedgehog cactus plants need to be propagated during off-set. Repot the plant only when it outgrows its present pot. This is another small barrel-shaped cactus to add to your home cactus collection.