Portulaca grandiflora, Moss Rose (Any Colour)- Plant

Planting and Caring

Sunlight

• Bright direct light is good for the plant growth.

Soil

• The soil should be well drained, fertile and rich in organic content for growing this plant.

Watering

• Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
• Apply 1 cup(approx.50ml) of water when the top soil (1-2 inch) in the pot feels dry to touch.
• Do not overwater the plant.
• As a rule of thumb, water the plants thoroughly in summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
• Water should be applied preferably in the morning or evening.

Application of Fertilizer

• Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so, it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
• Apply organic fertilizer once a month.
• Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.

Repotting 

• Repot the topiary into a slightly larger container every two years.

Plant Protection

• Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
• For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

Don’ts

• Do not overwater the plant specially when pot doesn’t have drainage hole.
• Avoid applying water on leaves in hot afternoon it may cause fungus infection.

Special Feature

Beautiful rose shape flower.

Uses