Colorblast Double Guava Portulaca Plant

Colorblast Double Guava Portulaca Plants command attention in the garden! They arrive with a bright pink pom pom framed by bright, five petaled blooms over fleshy, green foliage. These succulents are drought and heat tolerant. Portulaca plants are a great option for hanging baskets, containers, or planting along rock walls.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in late spring after the last frost date
• - Space plants 6-12 inches apart to allow for their spreading habit

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-7.0
• - Does well in poor soil conditions; avoid heavy, water-retaining soils

Watering Specifics:

• - Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings
• - Drought-tolerant once established

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a light dose of balanced fertilizer at planting time
• - Fertilize monthly during the growing season for continuous blooms

Pruning and Training:

• - Deadheading not necessary as plants self-clean
• - Pinch back lightly if plants become leggy

Additional Pest Management:

• - Rarely affected by pests, but watch for aphids or slugs in damp conditions

Blooming Indicators:

• - Produces vibrant double blooms in shades of pink and orange
• - Blooms continuously from late spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives in full sun
• - Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal blooming

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy in USDA zones 10-11; treat as an annual in colder zones
• - Heat-loving and tolerates high temperatures
• - Protect from frost; cover or bring indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Colorblast Double Guava Portulaca:

• - Calibrachoa: Adds a trailing habit and bright blooms
• - Verbena: Provides low-growing, spreading color
• - Sedum: Complements with its drought-tolerant foliage
• - Lantana: Heat-tolerant and offers vibrant clusters of blooms