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Portulaca oleracea 'Rio Scarlet'

Purslane


Portulaca oleracea 'Rio Scarlet' - Purslane from Moose Crossing Garden Center

  • Prostrate, trailing, multi-branched annual
  • Reddish stems and thick, bright green leaves
  • Roselike flowers abound in summer
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Hanging Basket
Hanging Basket
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Full Sun
Full Sun
Summer
Summer


Height: 4-6 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Bloom Color: Pink
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Rock Garden
  • Container
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Edging
  • Border or Bed
  • Hanging Basket

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water