Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% cactus mix, 25% perlite, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer.

What Is A Portulaca plant?

Portulaca flowers from summer until the first frost. It can produce single, double, or semi-double flowers in red, yellow, pink, white, orange, salmon, or bicolor. Purslane grows best in a sunny location or in direct sunlight and well-drained soil. You can also add compost or cow manure when planting.  

What Are The Different types of portulaca?  

1.Moss Rose:-

A short, colorful succulent with rose-like flowers. Available in various shades of yellow and mixed colors.  

2.Purslane:-

A ground cover plant with bright yellow and pink flowers. Also known as portulaca, the flowers are white, pink, orange, and yellow. Purslane comes in monochromatic varieties, multicolored varieties, Cinderella varieties, and tiger striped varieties.

3.Portulaca Cinderella:-

Also known as Fairy Tale, this succulent variety comes in many bright colors, including yellow, orange, purple, and pink. It is easy to grow and can be propagated by cuttings.  

4.Sundial Peach:-

Blooms pink flowers with a delicate texture.

 How to Care for portulaca? 

1. Location:-

Portulaca grows in full sun. However, there are at least 6 to 8 hours of daylight.  

2.Sunshine:-

Portulaca requires at least 6 hours of sun per day to bloom. It tolerates high temperatures and low humidity, and can tolerate cool, damp spring weather without frost.  

3.Soil:-

Purslane can grow in average or sandy soils that are well-drained and have a suitable pH.

4.Hydration:-

Portulaca has a high water retention capacity, so it does not require regular watering. However, too much rain can cause root rot.  

5.Nourishment:-

Lightly fertilise your purslane after new growth.  

6.Issues:-

Purslane is susceptible to leaf and root diseases. Proper watering, proper hygiene, and preventive care are the best defenses. The main diseases include Botrytis cinerea (grey mould) and crown rot.

What are the benefits of the portulaca plant? 

Contains vitamins A, C, E, glutathione, and melatonin. It has the highest omega-3 fatty acid content of any land plant. Traditionally used for topical treatment of inflammatory diseases.

FAQ's About Growing Portulaca

 1. What is Portulaca?  

Portulaca, also known as moss rose or sunrose, is an annual succulent plant that grows from summer until the first frost. This is a low-maintenance, slow-growing plant that tolerates periods of drought and requires minimal care.

 2.What are its characteristics?

 Portulaca has thick and narrow leaves. Flowers are red, orange, yellow, white and other pastel colors. Available in plain, semi-filled and filled forms.  

3. What are the ideal conditions?

 Portulaca grows best where it receives at least 6 hours of sunlight per day and requires direct sunlight to bloom. It grows in hot, dry conditions and is deer resistant.  

4. How does it care for itself?

 Portulaca is a hardy, low-maintenance plant. Portulaca requires minimal care, does not require pruning, and will grow and produce prolific flowers. However, you can pick off dead flowers to make the plant bushier and encourage more buds and flowers.  

5. When should I sow the seeds?

 In India, portulaca seeds can be sown from January to March.