Purslane
Portulaca oleracea 'Toucan Scarlet Shades'
- Spreading growth habit
- Heat and drought tolerant
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Details
Portulaca oleracea 'Toucan Scarlet Shades' has large tropical looking flowers and attractive, succulent-like foliage. Purslane is low-maintenance annual perfect for the sunny border, basket, or rock garden. Heat and drought tolerant. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
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Type:
Annual
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Bloom Color:
Red
Hardiness Zone:
Not hardy
Height:
4-8 inches
Spread:
14-16 inches
Benefits:
Truly Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Wildlife:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
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