How to Care for Portulaca

At heights of no extra than 6 inches, portulaca, additionally referred to as moss rose or sun plant, is a low-growing stunner with cactus-like blooms that closing all summer time. The blooms, in bright jewel tones of orange, pink, pink, yellow, red and white, grow on thick, succulent foliage. Portulaca is bloodless-sensitive and flourishes in warm, dry regions. It is grown as an annual in most climates. However, the plant is perennial in U.S. Department of Agriculture developing zones 10B via 11. Plant portacula in a rock garden, patio container or hanging basket. Once planted, portacula requires simply no care.

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1.Water the plant simplest while the top of the soil is dry, as portulaca is a drought-tolerant plant that prospers in dry, barren region-like soil. Use a garden hose or watering can to water the soil at the bottom of the plant due to the fact water might also harm the blooms. To prevent the plant from rotting, usually permit the top of the soil to dry between watering. Portulaca rots in soggy soil.

2.Fertilize portacula each different week, the use of a liquid fertilizer with a balanced ratio such as 20-20-20. Alternatively, follow a balanced, slow-launch fertilizer in midsummer. Apply fertilizer in keeping with the specs on the package label, and then water at once.