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Rock Purslane

Calandrinia Grandiflora

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Overview

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is a vibrant succulent that features fleshy, bluish-green foliage and produces vivid magenta blossoms. It thrives in full sun and requires minimal water, thriving in USDA zones 8-10. With a maximal height of 2 feet and spread of 3 feet, it's ideal for adding a splash of color to rock gardens or xeriscapes. Bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees and butterflies.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 3–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — bluish-green foliage and produces vivid magenta blossoms; each blossom spans approximately 2 to 3 inches, image 42

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Portulacaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10
Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees and butterflies; ground cover / perennial with pink blooms
Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is a vibrant succulent that features fleshy
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Calandrinia Grandiflora
Calandrinia Grandiflora
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Calandrinia Grandiflora
Calandrinia Grandiflora
Calandrinia Grandiflora
Calandrinia Grandiflora
Calandrinia Grandiflora
Calandrinia Grandiflora
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