Portulaca Hanging (Gul-e-Dopehri)

Approx 80-100 seeds in the pack

Portulaca Hanging (Gul-e-Dopehri)

also commonly known as Moss Rose, is a charming trailing succulent admired for its colorful, delicate flowers and trailing habit. Here’s a detailed guide to growing Portulaca Hanging in Pakistan:

Description:
Portulaca Hanging boasts fleshy, cylindrical leaves and vibrant, rose-like flowers that bloom in an array of dazzling colors including pink, red, orange, yellow, and white. Its trailing growth habit makes it an ideal choice for hanging baskets, containers, or cascading over walls and rockeries.

Sowing Season:
Sow Portulaca Hanging seeds in early spring (March to May). They require warm soil to germinate and thrive in hot weather conditions.

Soil:

Plant Portulaca Hanging in well-drained, sandy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). Good drainage is crucial as this succulent is susceptible to root rot in waterlogged soil.

Transplantation:

Transplant seedlings or purchased plants into hanging baskets filled with well-draining potting mix. Ensure the hanging baskets have sufficient drainage holes to prevent waterlogging and root rot.

Propagation from Cuttings:

Portulaca Hanging can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Simply take a 2-3 inch cutting from a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and plant the cutting in moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil consistently moist until roots develop.

Growing in Hanging Baskets:

When planting Portulaca Hanging in hanging baskets, place the baskets in a location that receives full sun for at least 6 hours per day. Hang the baskets securely from hooks or brackets, ensuring they are stable and can support the weight of the plant.

Care:

– Provide full sun exposure to promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering.
– Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Portulaca Hanging is drought tolerant and prefers dry conditions.
– Fertilize sparingly with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
– Protect from heavy rainfall and overwatering, as excess moisture can lead to root rot and other fungal diseases.

Tips for Getting More Flowers:

– Pinch back the tips of the stems to encourage branching and more flower production.
– Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering and prevent seed production. This encourages the plant to redirect its energy into producing more blooms.

Deadheading:

Remove faded flowers by pinching or cutting them off just above a set of leaves. Deadheading not only improves the plant’s appearance but also encourages the production of new flowers.

Portulaca Hanging, with its stunning blooms and trailing growth habit, adds a touch of beauty and elegance to hanging baskets and containers. With proper care and attention to watering and sunlight, it will reward you with a profusion of colorful flowers throughout the growing season.