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Purslane

Portulaca oleracea 'Rio Grande Scarlet'

 

 

  • Spreading growth habit
  • Heat and drought tolerant
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Details

Portulaca oleracea 'Rio Grande Scarlet' has large tropical looking flowers and attractive, succulent-like foliage. Purslane is a 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

New for 2019

Sun/Shade:

Full Sun to Part Sun

Bloom Color:

Orange

Red

Rose

Foliage Color:

Green

Hardiness Zone:

Not Hardy

Height:

4-8 inches

Spread:

14-16 inches

Benefits:

Vigorous Growth

Truly Heat Tolerant

Drought Tolerant

Attracts Wildlife:

Attracts Butterflies

Attracts Hummingbirds

 
 
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