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Red II Purslane

Portulaca umbraticola

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Overview

The Portulaca umbraticola 'Red II' is a trailing annual purslane with vivid rose-red flowers and fresh green succulent foliage. It grows 4-8 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches, blooming from planting to frost. Best in full sun and well-drained average to poor soil, it tolerates heat, humidity, and dry spells with little need for deadheading. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11.

Sun FullWater Medium

Red II Purslane (Portulaca umbraticola) — It grows 4-8 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches, blooming from planting to frost

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium

Shape & size

Mature height: 0.33333334–0.6666667 Ft.
Mature width: 1–1.3333334 Ft.

Classification

Family: Portulacaceae

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Portulaca umbraticola

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