Calandrinia umbellata
rock purslane
- 5-15 cm high
- Soft-coloured flowers
- Evergreen
- For a sunny position
Garden use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Characteristics
| Height | 5 - 15 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - August |
| Flower colour | Deep pink |
| Growth habit | Tuft |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -5°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Very dry, Dry, Winter dry |
| Soil | Highly permeable |
| Soil fertility | High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Calandrinia umbellata |
|---|---|
| Genus | Calandrinia |
| Family | Portulacaceae |
| Common names | EN: rock purslane |
| Origin | America, South |
