Big Bloom Red Purslane is a low-care annual succulent with semi-trailing stems and fleshy green foliage. The large bright red flowers with yellow centers bloom through summer into fall. Grows best in full sun and dry to medium well-drained soils. Tolerates drought and poor soils.
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Origins: |
North Africa, Middle East, and India |
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Height: |
1' - 2' |
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Spread: |
1' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
2 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Potential insect pests include aphids, gnats, snails and slug. In wet areas, can be affected by root and stem rot.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Edging, Rock Gardens, Cottages, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Zinnia, Dusty Miller, Scaevola
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
