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RioGrande™
Portulaca oleracea 'Scarlet'
Portulaca
- Vibrant, electric colors and large blooms
 - Ideal for heat-loving landscapes
 - Perfect for full sun baskets and containers
 
- Category: Annuals
 - Breeder: Ball Floraplant, Burpee
 - Hardiness Zone: 10-11
 - Height: 3-4 in
 - Spread: 10-12 in
 - Spacing: 10-12 in
 - Temperature: 32°F
 - Bloom Color: Red
 
| Item | Size | Avail | Your Price | Qty | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3449 | 10-Count Flat | 0 | $49.99 | 
Exposure
| • | Full Sun | 
Foliage Color
| • | Silver | 
Soil Moisture
| • | Light Water | 
Attributes
| • | Hanging Basket | 
Habit
| • | Trailing | 
Additional Information about Portulaca oleracea RioGrande™ 'Scarlet'
- All-new genetics produce varieties that are well-matched in vigor, controlled habit and good branching.
 - Exceptionally large flowers in a vibrant range of core colors beautiful in baskets.
 - Rugged performer thrives in heat and keeps flowering all Summer.
 
Best for: 4 and 6-in. (10 and 15-cm) pots
Big, bright flowers highlight the full, fast-growing plants, adding a taste of the tropics to gardens. The drought-tolerant, low-spreading plants thrive through Summer heat. Best in well-drained soil.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Portulaca oleracea RioGrande™ 'Scarlet'
Provide full sun area and well-drained soil for the best performance. Average fertilization required. 
Bloom Time: Summer, Late Summer