Portulaca, Purslane - Our Plants - Kaw Valley Greenhouses

Portulaca, Purslane

Portulaca oleracea 'Colorblast Plumberry'

 

 

  • Intensely colored large flowers
  • Heat and drought tolerant
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Kaw Valley Favorite

These are our very favorite plants! Our staff members are avid plant lovers and these are the best of the best in our own landscaping.

Many of our favorites are new & different. All are excellent performers, easy to grow, and well suited to our area. You won't be disappointed!

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Portulaca oleracea 'Colorblast' series sets a new standard for this drought-tolerant annual and adds excitement with the first ever striped as well as double flowered portulaca (also called Purslane). 'Colorblast Plumberry' has large single flowers with intense shades of scarlet and fuchsia and attractive, succulent-like foliage. Purslane is a low-maintenance annual perfect for the sunny border, containers, or rock gardens. Heat and drought tolerant. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

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Type:

Annual

Sun/Shade:

Full Sun to Part Sun

Bloom Color:

Purple / Violet

Red

Rose

Foliage Color:

Green

Hardiness Zone:

Not hardy

Height:

10-12 inches

Spread:

16-20 inches

Benefits:

Vigorous Growth

Truly Heat Tolerant

Drought Tolerant

Attracts Wildlife:

Attracts Butterflies

Attracts Hummingbirds

 
 
 
 

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