Purslane (4.5”)

For a bold splash of scarlet red that thrives in the sun and shrugs off the heat, look no further than the Rio Grande Scarlet Purslane. With its vivid blooms and succulent green leaves, this trailing beauty brings life and color to your summer spaces—perfect for containers, hanging baskets, and sunny garden borders. It’s low maintenance, high reward, and full of Southern charm.

Plant History:
Purslane has been a garden favorite for generations, known for its ability to bloom where other flowers fade. The Rio Grande series is a modern twist on a timeless classic, specially bred to deliver bigger, brighter flowers that keep blooming through the hottest summer days.

What It Signifies:
Scarlet Purslane symbolizes strength, endurance, and joyful spirit. Its rich red blooms are a vibrant reminder to live boldly and love deeply—just the kind of message we cherish here in small-town life.

Maximum Height:
Grows low to the ground, about 6–8 inches tall, and can trail up to 18 inches wide, making it ideal for containers, baskets, and as a sunny groundcover.

Bloom Time:
Blooms from late spring all the way into fall. The bright scarlet flowers open each morning with the sun and close by evening, like clockwork.

Where It Grows Best:
Thrives in full sun and dry, well-draining soil. This plant loves the heat and is perfectly suited for Southern gardens and sunny porch pots.

Care Instructions:

• Water only when the soil is dry; purslane is drought-tolerant and doesn’t like soggy roots.

• No deadheading required—blooms refresh themselves daily.

• Trim back lightly mid-season to keep the shape full and tidy.

• Fertilize monthly for continued blooming.

Complimentary Plants:
Beautiful when paired with other heat-loving plants like Calibrachoa, Lantana, or Sweet Potato Vine. It also plays well with upright plants like Coreopsis or Salvia, creating a layered, colorful display that sings all summer long.