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Portulaca care requirements
water
Water sparingly once established. Allow soil to dry between waterings. Extremely drought-tolerant; overwatering is the primary killer.
soil
Very well-draining sandy or gritty soil. Add perlite and sand to regular potting mix. Tolerates poor soil.
light
Full sun required; minimum 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Portulaca
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
help
Common causes in Portulaca
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Portulaca
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
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Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Portulaca
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.