About
Sundial Series are spreading annuals to 20cm in height, with fleshy, cylindrical leaves and semi-double flowers to 5cm across, in shades of red, purple, pink, yellow and white.
About the genus
Portulaca are slightly succulent annuals with fleshy leaves and cup-shaped flowers in shades of red, purple, pink, yellow and white
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial, Bedding
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationIdeal for dry, sunny positions such as gravel gardens, rock gardens, sunny slopes, also makes a drought-tolerant container plant
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free