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Portulaca, Color Blend

— · Texas-Grown

Portulaca, Color Blend

$4.00

Portulaca (Moss Rose) Color Blend is a low-growing annual succulent bursting with rose-like blooms in a vibrant mix of red, orange, yellow, pink, and white. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils, making it one of the very best choices for Austin’s hottest, driest spots – from sunny rock gardens and containers to hanging baskets and challenging slope plantings.

At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Portulaca Color Blend transplants are grown for strong root systems and maximum heat and drought performance.

Care Instructions
Watering
Very low water needs Extremely drought-tolerant; one of the most xeric annuals available Overwatering causes root rot and death
Fertilizing
Minimal fertilizing needed One light application of balanced organic fertilizer at planting Rich soils reduce bloom production
Pruning & Maintenance
Self-cleaning; spent blooms drop on their own No deadheading required May shear lightly to encourage fresh branching
Common Issues
Root rot and crown rot from overwatering or poor drainage Aphids Whitefly in humid conditions
Ideal for Austin’s hottest, driest microclimates – south-facing beds, rocky slopes, and containers Do not mulch heavily; plants prefer exposed, well-drained soil Do not overwater; thrives on neglect during summer Self-seeds in warm soils; may naturalize in suitable spots
Seasonal Notes
Spring
Transplant after last frost; fast establishment in warm soils Blooms within weeks of transplanting
Summer
Peak performance in full Central Texas heat Requires almost no supplemental irrigation once established
Fall
Continues blooming until temperatures drop below 50 F Frost kills plants; remove after first hard freeze
Best Time to Plant in Austin
Spring through early summer after last frost Ideal soil temperatures: 65-85 F
Sun Requirements
Full sun Minimum 6-8 hours daily; blooms close in low light
Spacing
6-12 inches apart Spreads to fill gaps over time
Soil
Well-draining, lean or sandy soil Does not tolerate wet or clay soils Excessive fertility reduces flowering
Watering After Planting
Water thoroughly at planting Reduce to minimal once established within 1-2 weeks
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Portulaca (Moss Rose) is considered toxic to: Dogs Cats Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, muscle weakness, and tremors. Keep pets away from plants. Contact a veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately if ingestion occurs.

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