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.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
| Plant Family | Portulacaceae |
| Common names | Rock Purslane |
| 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) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | 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 | Mediterranean Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
| Plant Family | Portulacaceae |
| Common names | Rock Purslane |
| 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) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | 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 | Mediterranean Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Calandrinia grandiflora (Rock Purslane) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Calandrinia grandiflora (Rock Purslane) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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