-
Description
Monrovia® Mega Pazzaz Pink Twist Purslane is an annual succulent with soft semi-trailing stems and fleshy foliage. The extra large hot pink flowers with yellow accents bloom from spring into fall. Grows best in full sun and dry to medium well-drained soils. Tolerates drought and poor soils. Mega Pazzaz series has larger flowers and a more controlled growth. Note: while edible, large quantities can be toxic to livestock and pets.
|
Type: |
Annual, Succulent |
|
Origins: |
North Africa, Middle East, and India |
|
Height: |
1' - 1.5’ |
|
Spread: |
1' - 1.5’ |
|
Spacing: |
1’ |
|
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
2 - 11 |
|
Culture: |
|
|
Bloom Color: |
Pink+Yellow |
|
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Potential insect pests include aphids, gnats, snails and slug. In wet areas, can be affected by root and stem rot.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Cottages, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Zinnia, Dusty Miller, Scaevola
IMAGES: Photos by Danziger, Mega Pazzaz Pink Twist, (2) Penn State Flower Trials, Portulaca (Purslane) Mega Pazzaz™ 'Pink Twist'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
