Overview
Portulaca 'Firegold' is a spreading branched, bushy annual biennial in the genus Portulaca, part of the Portulacaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Portulaca 'Firegold' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, patio and container plants, rock garden and banks and slopes.
About
Portulaca 'Firegold' is a spreading, bushy annual cultivar within the Portulaca genus, known for its slight succulence and thick leaves. It thrives in full sun on well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, tolerating a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. This deciduous plant is best grown in sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects and is hardy to UK zone H2. 'Firegold' is suitable for various garden settings including cottage, gravel, rock gardens, patios, and slopes, offering interest through the summer and autumn months.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Portulaca
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Portulaca 'Firegold' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Banks and slopes
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Portulaca 'Firegold'
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Damping off
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Portulaca 'Firegold'?
Portulaca 'Firegold' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Portulaca 'Firegold' need?
Portulaca 'Firegold' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Portulaca 'Firegold' hardy in the UK?
Portulaca 'Firegold' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Portulaca 'Firegold'?
Seed.
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