Colorblast Double Orange Portulaca Plant

Our Colorblast Double Orange Portulaca Plants features large, double, orange blossoms over fleshy, green foliage. Portulaca are tough succulent plants that produce vividly colored flowers, even in heat and drought conditions. They look great containers, hanging baskets, rock gardens, as a border edging and as ground cover.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant after the last frost date in spring
• - Space plants 6-12 inches apart to accommodate spreading

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers sandy or loamy, well-draining soil
• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-7.0
• - Tolerates poor soil, but avoid water-retentive, heavy soils

Watering Specifics:

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

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, light fertilizer at planting time
• - Fertilize monthly during the growing season to encourage continuous blooming

Pruning and Training:

• - No deadheading needed; plants self-clean
• - Pinch back any leggy growth to maintain a compact shape

Additional Pest Management:

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

Blooming Indicators:

• - Vibrant, double orange blooms throughout the growing season
• - Blooms continuously from late spring to fall

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives in full sun
• - Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooms

Temperature Tolerance:

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

Companion Plants for Colorblast Double Orange Portulaca:

• - Calibrachoa: Provides complementary trailing blooms
• - Verbena: Spreads low with bright flowers, ideal for similar conditions
• - Sedum: Pairs well with its drought tolerance and succulent foliage
• - Lantana: Adds clusters of colorful blooms, thriving in hot, sunny conditions