Portulaca oleracea or purslane

is a beautiful, low-growing flowering plant known for its vibrant, rose-like blooms and ability to thrive in hot, dry conditions. It’s often used as ground cover or in hanging baskets, containers, and rock gardens.

Flowers: Bright shades like pink, red, orange, yellow, white, bi-color

Bloom Season: Late spring to frost

*Growing Conditions:

Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours a day)

Soil: Well-draining soil; sandy or rocky is ideal

Watering: Drought-tolerant; water when soil is completely dry

Temperature: Thrives in heat; not frost-tolerant

Humidity: Handles dry conditions well

*Care Tips:

*1. Water Smart: Let soil dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering—this plant hates soggy roots.

*2. Use Light Soil: A cactus or succulent mix works great. Good drainage is key.

*3. Fertilizer: Not needed often; a monthly dose of diluted liquid fertilizer in growing season is enough.

*4. Deadheading: Not necessary, but removing old flowers can encourage more blooms.

*5. Pests: Rarely affected. Watch out for aphids or mealybugs occasionally.

*6. Pruning: Lightly trim if it gets leggy to encourage fuller growth.

*7. Propagation: Easily grown from seed or stem cuttings. Let seeds drop naturally or collect them after flowering.