Portulaca, Purslane
Portulaca oleracea 'Colorblast Plumberry'
- Intensely colored large flowers
- Heat and drought tolerant
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Portulaca oleracea 'Colorblast' series sets a new standard for this drought-tolerant annual and adds excitement with the first ever striped as well as double flowered portulaca (also called Purslane). 'Colorblast Plumberry' has large single flowers with intense shades of scarlet and fuchsia and attractive, succulent-like foliage. Purslane is a low-maintenance annual perfect for the sunny border, containers, or rock gardens. Heat and drought tolerant. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
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Type:
Annual
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun to Part Sun
Bloom Color:
Purple / Violet
Red
Rose
Foliage Color:
Green
Hardiness Zone:
Not hardy
Height:
10-12 inches
Spread:
16-20 inches
Benefits:
Vigorous Growth
Truly Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Wildlife:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
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