How To Plant Portulaca
Portulaca, also known as moss rose, is a popular annual because it is drought tolerant and adapts well to average garden conditions. Portulaca is a low-growing plant that spreads thickly. It's often used as a ground cover. It will grow 4 to 8 inches tall, and up to 18 inches wide. This hardy plant produces cup-shaped flowers in a variety of colors. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Plant your portulaca after the last expected frost in your area. Find a site that gets full sun during the day. Portulaca can be planted in almost any type of soil, as long as it drains decently.
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Rake the soil where you plan to plant your portulaca to free up any loose stones.
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Dig a 3-to-4 inch hole that's 1 to 3 inches deep, depending on the size of the plant container.
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Place your plant into the hole. Refill the hole with dirt and ensure the roots are covered.
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Space additional portulaca plantings 18 to 24 inches apart.
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Water the area slightly to moisten the soil. Do not water again until the soil has completely dried out.
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Discard the spent plant in early-to-late fall.
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Tips & Warnings
This plant will grow nicely in most areas of the United States, and requires little care.
Do not fertilize more than once during the summer, as it will cause more foliage and less blooms.
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