Portulaca Oleracea Variegata P150 《马齿牡丹》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Portulaca oleracea ‘Variegata’:

• Gorgeous variegated foliage with a trailing habit

• Edible leaves with a tangy, succulent texture

• Drought-tolerant and heat-loving

• Ideal for ornamental gardens or edible landscapes

🌿 Portulaca oleracea ‘Variegata’ – Care Guide

Also known as Variegated Purslane, Portulaca oleracea ‘Variegata’ is a low-growing succulent herb prized for its colorful, edible foliage featuring splashes of cream, yellow, and green. A decorative twist on the common purslane, this ornamental edible is both drought-tolerant and easy to grow, making it ideal for sunny gardens, borders, or container displays.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Thrives in full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Variegation is most vibrant with plenty of direct sunlight

• Can tolerate some light shade, but may grow leggy

💧 Watering

• Water sparingly – it’s a succulent and highly drought-tolerant

• Let the soil dry out completely between waterings

• Overwatering can lead to root rot or mushy stems

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Prefers sandy, well-draining soil

• Great for containers, rock gardens, or hanging baskets

• Avoid rich or heavy soils, which can reduce variegation and vigor

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Warm-season annual in most climates, but perennial in frost-free zones

• Grows best in temperatures 20–35°C (68–95°F)

• Sensitive to frost – bring indoors or treat as seasonal in cooler zones

🍃 Fertilizing

• Not a heavy feeder – too much fertilizer can reduce variegation

• Use a diluted, low-nitrogen fertilizer once a month in growing season

• Skip fertilizing if grown in rich compost

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Pinch back regularly to promote bushier growth

• Remove spent blooms or leggy stems to keep tidy

• Can be trimmed and harvested continuously for culinary use

✅ Ideal For

• Edible landscaping, borders, sunny ground cover, herb pots, and rockeries

• Suitable for urban gardens, xeriscapes, or low-maintenance plantings

• Lovely addition to salads, stir-fries, or as a garnish

⚠️ Pet & Human Safety

• Edible for humans and often used in cooking

• Generally safe for pets in small amounts, but monitor if unsure

• Avoid harvesting if treated with chemical pesticides

Add a pop of pattern and purpose to your garden with Portulaca oleracea ‘Variegata’—a plant that’s as pretty as it is practical.