Purslane (4")

4" Purslane – A Sweet Splash of Summer Color
Tradition-Rooted Beauty for Your Garden or Porch

Purslane has been loved for centuries—dating all the way back to ancient Persia and Egypt, where it was cherished for both its beauty and usefulness. In traditional gardens, it’s known not only for its charming blooms but also as a symbol of warmth, joy, and enduring friendship. At Wright’s Market, we think that makes it the perfect plant to brighten porches, patios, and window boxes—just like neighbors used to do when every garden told a story.

These cheerful little flowers come in sunny shades of pinks, yellows, oranges, and reds—each one opening wide in the morning light and gently closing at dusk, like nature’s own greeting and goodnight. Their trailing habit makes them lovely spilling from containers, hanging baskets, or tucked between stepping stones for a cottage garden feel.

Where Purslane Grows Best:
Purslane thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It’s heat- and drought-tolerant, making it a wonderful choice for our warm Georgia summers and anyone who wants color without fuss. Plant them where they’ll soak up the sun, and they’ll thank you with continuous blooms all season long.

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)

• Watering: Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Purslane prefers dry feet!

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Feeding: Not a heavy feeder—an occasional light fertilizer keeps them happy

• Deadheading: No need! Spent blooms fall away naturally

Perfect Companions:
For a harmonious and inviting container, pair Purslane with:

• Calibrachoa (Million Bells): Adds cascading color and a similar sun-loving habit

• Sweet Potato Vine: Provides a lush trailing texture in chartreuse or deep burgundy

• Dusty Miller: Silvery foliage brings a nostalgic cottage garden charm

• Verbena: Another heat-lover with complementary bloom colors

Purslane is the kind of plant that feels like home—low-maintenance, dependable, and always cheerful. Whether you're planting a pot for Grandma’s porch or adding color to your own flower beds, these little blooms carry the heart of a simpler, sweeter time.