Portulaca grandiflora (portulaca) bears showy, white and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This annual is low trailing in form and has medium green foliage that is showy, matte and fine textured.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, annual, bedding plant, border, container, edging and hanging basket.
Special Characteristics
This annual attracts butterflies to your garden. Portulaca grandiflora tolerates drought.
Cautions
The growth rate of Portulaca grandiflora (portulaca) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Portulaca grandiflora (portulaca) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
