Squirting cucumber
Ecballium elaterium
Squirting cucumber thrives in a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-drained soil and moderate watering. It is a robust Mediterranean perennial best grown outdoors in a garden bed or large container. Handle the ripe fruits with care, as they explosively eject seeds and irritating sap when touched.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately; Allow Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 7, 2018 by Marco (cc-by-sa)
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