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Hairy purslane

Portulaca pilosa subsp. decipiens

Portulacaceae
Annual
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Portulaca pilosa subsp. decipiens, commonly known as Hairy purslane, is an annual ornamental plant that thrives in full sun and low water conditions. It is suitable for USDA zones 5–11, growing to a height of 0.1–0.3 meters. This plant blooms from July to October with pink, purple, and red flowers. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It attracts pollinators and is not toxic or fragrant.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.1–0.3 m

Spread

0.2–0.4 m

Zones

5–11

Flower colors

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