Purslane Greens is an annual heirloom with tender, succulent leaves and a tangy, slightly lemony flavor. The light green, oval leaves grow on golden stems and can be used fresh in salads or cooked in soups and sautés. Their naturally mucilaginous texture can also help add body to soups.
Purslane – Portulaca oleracea var. sativa
Planting & Growing: Direct sow after the last expected frost, or start indoors 6–8 weeks earlier. Grow in full sun in well-drained soil with dry to moderate moisture. Thin plants to about 6 inches apart. For seed-starting fundamentals, see Seed Starting 101.
Harvest: Harvest the whole plant when it reaches a usable size, or cut stems several inches above the crown to allow regrowth when conditions permit.
Soil Temperature: 50–70°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"–1/2"
Germination: 2–15 days
Height at Maturity: 18"
Days to Maturity: 50–60 days
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Spacing After Thinning: 6"
Approx. Seeds per Pack: 250 | Per 1 oz bulk: 70,150 seeds
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Delivery: 3–7 business days after shipment. Tracking confirmation sent via email.
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