Rock Purslane

Calandrinia Grandiflora

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Overview

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is a vibrant succulent that features fleshy, bluish-green foliage and produces vivid magenta blossoms. It thrives in full sun and requires minimal water, thriving in USDA zones 8-10. With a maximal height of 2 feet and spread of 3 feet, it's ideal for adding a splash of color to rock gardens or xeriscapes. Bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees and butterflies.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is a vibrant succulent that features fleshy

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Portulacaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — it's ideal for adding a splash of color to rock gardens or xeriscapes; stalks up to 24 inches high

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — making it an ideal choice for adding a burst of color to landscape designs; ground cover / perennial for full or half

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — whose scientific name is Calandrinia grandiflora; bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees and

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — is a magnificent flowering perennial valued for its vibrant display and ease of care; thriving in USDA hardiness

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees and butterflies; ground cover / perennial with pink blooms

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Each blossom spans approximately 2 to 3 inches across and is held aloft on slender; it prefers to bask in full sun

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — this robust plant presents itself with a lush clump of fleshy; whose scientific name is Calandrinia grandiflora

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — stalks up to 24 inches high; rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is a vibrant succulent that features fleshy

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — It prefers to bask in full sun and relishes in well-draining soil; making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping or

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10; is a magnificent flowering perennial valued for its vibrant display and

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping or in regions with limited precipitation; bluish-green foliage and

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Rock Purslane is a splendid selection for the client seeking to introduce a touch of drama into their garden; making

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — pink flowers in the garden; it thrives in full sun and requires minimal water, thriving in USDA zones 8-10

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — ground cover / perennial for full or half; while also preferring plants that possess low water needs and are easy to

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — ground cover / perennial with pink blooms; this robust plant presents itself with a lush clump of fleshy

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — while also preferring plants that possess low water needs and are easy to maintain; rock Purslane is a splendid

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — It thrives in full sun and requires minimal water, thriving in USDA zones 8-10; pink flowers in the garden, image 43

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is a vibrant succulent that features fleshy; with a maximal, image 41

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — bluish-green foliage and produces vivid magenta blossoms; each blossom spans approximately 2 to 3 inches, image 42

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — With a maximal height of 2 feet and spread of 3 feet; it's ideal for adding a splash of color to rock, image 44

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — whose scientific name is Calandrinia grandiflora; bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees, image 47

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — Bloom time spans from spring to fall, attracting bees and butterflies; ground cover / perennial with pink, image 46

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — it's ideal for adding a splash of color to rock gardens or xeriscapes; stalks up to 24 inches high, image 45

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — is a magnificent flowering perennial valued for its vibrant display and ease of care; thriving in USDA, image 48

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