PatternBaseSpiny Puffball
Lycoperdon echinatum, Lycoperdaceae
Zones
4–8
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)
Water
Moderate (established)High (fruiting)
Soil pH
5 – 7
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
DecompositionSoil BuildingSpore Dispersal
Edible Parts
Young Fruiting Bodies
Common Questions
What zones does Spiny Puffball grow in?
Spiny Puffball grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.
What are good companion plants for Spiny Puffball?
Good companions for Spiny Puffball include Stump Puffball.
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