Calandrinia grandiflora (Rock Purslane)
Rock Purslane, Cistanthe grandiflora, Claytonia grandiflora
Quite showy, Calandrinia grandiflora (Rock Purslane) is a succulent plant forming a mound of fleshy, narrowly oval and pointed blue-green leaves, 4-6 in. long (10-15 cm). From spring into fall, it produces a breathtaking display of brilliant magenta flowers along tall, slender stems above the evergreen foliage. Floating above the leaves, the flowers last only one day, but there are several buds on the stems that open up one at a time over a long blooming period. Sturdy, resilient to pests and diseases, heat and drought tolerant, this gorgeous succulent is terrific when planted en masse in front of borders or as a focal point in rock gardens and containers.
- Typically grows up to 1-3 ft. tall (30-90 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (60-90 cm).
- Performs best in full sun to part shade, in well-drained soils with occasional irrigation. Drought tolerant once established. Withhold water during winter dormancy.
- Rock Purslane is hardy to USDA 9 - 11 and grown as an annual in cooler areas.
- Propagate by cuttings in spring.
- Native to Chile
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
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Climate Zones | 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Cactus - Succulents |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 1' – 3' (30cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Cactus - Succulents |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 1' – 3' (30cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |