Double‑Petaled Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora)

Add vibrant colour and cheerful charm to your balcony, garden bed, or containers with Double‑Petaled Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora). This delightful flowering plant boasts lush, double‑layered blooms that create a fuller, show‑stopping display in sunny spots. With its low‑growing habit and drought‑tolerant nature, it’s perfect for borders, hanging baskets, rock gardens, or mixed containers.

Key Features

· Double, Rosette‑Like Blooms: Features richly layered flowers that offer extra visual impact in bright, vivid colours.
· Heat & Sun Loving: Thrives in full sun and warm weather, making it ideal for balconies, patios, and outdoor gardens.
· Drought‑Tolerant: Performs well in dry conditions once established, requiring minimal watering.
· Low‑Growing Habit: Compact, spreading growth makes it perfect for groundcover, containers, and hanging baskets.
· Seasonal Colour Star: Blooms abundantly during spring through autumn, creating a vibrant seasonal display.

Specifications

· Common Name: Double‑Petaled Portulaca / Double Moss Rose
· Botanical Name: Portulaca grandiflora (double‑flowered varieties)
· Pot Size: H15cm x W12cm
· Plant Height (excluding pot): Approx. 10–15 cm
· Total Height with Pot: Approx. 20-25cm
· Flowering Season: Spring to autumn
· Recommended Placement: Full sun balcony, garden bed, containers, or hanging baskets

Care Tips (Newbie‑Friendly)

· Sunlight: Prefers full sun for best flowering performance and compact growth.
· Watering: Water when the topsoil feels dry; avoid waterlogging. Once established, it tolerates dry spells well.
· Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced flowering plant fertiliser every 3–4 weeks during peak bloom.
· Maintenance: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming and keep the display vibrant.

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