Colorblast Rum Punch Portulaca Plant

Colorblast Rum Punch Portulaca Plants produce beautiful blossoms with fiery orange and yellow tones 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 after the last frost date in late spring
• - Space plants 6-12 inches apart for spreading growth

Soil Preparation:

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

Watering Specifics:

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

Fertilizer Type:

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

Pruning and Training:

• - No need for deadheading; plants self-clean
• - Pinch back leggy growth if necessary to maintain a compact shape

Additional Pest Management:

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

Blooming Indicators:

• - Bright, punch-colored blooms with a rum-hued twist
• - Blooms continuously from late spring through fall

Light Requirements:

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

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy in USDA zones 10-11; treat as an annual in cooler regions
• - Heat-tolerant, thrives in hot temperatures
• - Protect from frost by bringing indoors or covering when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Colorblast Rum Punch Portulaca:

• - Calibrachoa: Adds trailing blooms that pair well with Portulaca’s bright colors
• - Verbena: Low-growing, spreading flowers that complement Portulaca
• - Sedum: A drought-tolerant succulent ideal for sunny spots
• - Lantana: Provides colorful clusters of blooms that thrive in similar conditions