Portulaca Seeds – Purple
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Estimated Delivery:Jan 03 - Jan 07
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Bring vibrant color and low-maintenance beauty to your garden with Portulaca Seeds – Purple, Compact Growth. Known for their bright, saturated blooms and ability to thrive in warm, sunny conditions, these heirloom, GMO-free seeds are perfect for borders, pots, rock gardens, and ground cover. The compact growth habit makes them ideal for small spaces while ensuring a full, lush display throughout the season.
These seeds are easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established, and offer reliable germination, making them a great choice for both new and experienced gardeners.
Features
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Produces rich purple blooms with a compact, tidy growth habit
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Heirloom and GMO-free quality
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Heat- and drought-tolerant once established
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Ideal for pots, borders, and rock gardens
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Suitable for beginner and experienced gardeners
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Fast-growing annual adapted to warm climates
Specifications
Common Name (US): Portulaca
Scientific Name: Portulaca grandiflora
Growth Habit: Compact, spreading
Plant Type: Annual
Bloom Color: Purple
Germination Time: 10–15 days
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
Watering: Low to moderate; avoid overwatering
Height: 6–12 inches
Spacing: 6–8 inches
Season & Planting
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Best Sowing Season:
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Spring: March–May
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Early Summer: June (in cooler zones)
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Suitable USDA Zones: 2–11 as a summer annual
Planting Months by Zone
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Zones 2–5: Start indoors March–April; transplant after frost (May–June)
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Zones 6–8: Direct sow outdoors April–May
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Zones 9–11: Direct sow February–April for early blooms
Uses
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Garden beds
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Containers and balcony pots
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Edging and pathways
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Rock gardens
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Drought-tolerant landscapes