Portulaca (Moss Rose) in Dubai

البورتولاكا (وردة الطحلب)

Portulaca grandiflora

Colourful succulent ground cover with pink, orange, yellow and red flowers. Supplied in hanging baskets and as seasonal bed colour.

Height

10 cm – 20 cm (spreading)

Sunlight

Full sun

Water

Low

Flowering

Continuous in warm weather

Best used for

• Hanging baskets
• Balcony pots
• Seasonal colour beds
• Edging

Care in Dubai's climate

• Flowers open in sunlight — keep in a bright position.
• Do not over-water; it stores water in its leaves.