Portulaca ‘PortoGrande’

Portulaca ‘PortoGrande’ in 140mm pots – Care Guide

Botanical Name: Portulaca grandiflora
Common Name: PortoGrande Portulaca, Moss Rose
Flower Colours: Mixed – bright shades of pink, orange, red, yellow, and white
Bloom Time: Late spring through autumn
Growth Habit: Spreading, trailing groundcover

Light Requirements

• Loves full sun – needs 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily

• Flowers best with maximum sunlight

• Avoid shady areas as blooms may stay closed

Watering

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Water deeply but infrequently – allow soil to dry out completely between waterings

• Overwatering can lead to root rot

Soil & Drainage

• Requires free-draining soil or potting mix

• Performs well in sandy, rocky, or poor soils

• In pots, use cactus or succulent mix and ensure drainage holes are clear

Feeding

• Low feeder – only light fertilizing needed

• Use a diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season

• Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which can reduce blooming

Maintenance

• No deadheading required – self-cleaning blooms

• Trim back lightly if plants become leggy or overgrown

• Fast-growing – may need occasional shaping

Pests & Problems

• Generally pest- and disease-resistant

• Watch for:

  • Aphids (rare)

  • Root rot in overly wet conditions

Uses

• Perfect for:

  • Hanging baskets

  • Rock gardens

  • Borders

  • Groundcovers

  • Containers and window boxes

• Great for hot, dry spots where other plants may struggle

Seasonal Notes

• Grown as an annual in most regions

• In frost-free climates, may survive as a short-lived perennial

• Replant each spring for best performance and colour

Tips

• Flowers open in sunlight and close in shade or at night

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Heat- and drought-tolerant – perfect for low-maintenance gardening