SUCCULENT Calandrinia Spectabilis ROCK PURSLANE 5 Live 6" plant cuttings

Description: Propagate purslane from stem cuttings, My Method of obtaining the cutting:Take 6" cuttings early in the day when possible before plants get heat stressed. Take cuttings with 3 to 4 nodes. Cut between the nodes (the internode) leaving a stump below the node. This is where the cutting likes to root, so rooting is more difficult if the cut is made too close to the node. I will remove the leaves from the bottom half of the stem.I will dip them in rooting hormone then wrap them in a paper towel. They will be placed in a unsealed baggy, this then allow the cuttings to dry out for a few days during shipment giving them ample time to dry and form a callus.The callus will protect the plant from most soil-borne diseases and inhibit rotting.Once you receive your cuttings:Fill your container with the propagation mix and pre-wet the soil. I pre-wet it because it compacts the mix making the cuttings more stable when I insert them.“Pre-drill” your cutting holes with a pencil or chopstick. It helps prevent tissue damage and removal of the rooting hormone when you insert the cutting.Cuttings should be placed deeply enough in the container so they wont’ fall over - about 1 /3 of the way up should do itPlace your cuttings in a bright window if you’re rooting them indoors. Otherwise, keeping them outside under the dappled shade of a tree works well for rooting. Make sure it’s not too shady though which can lead to stretched growth. Cistanthe grandiflora roots quickly - they will probably form some roots in 2-4 weeks. You should see some growth at the tip of the cutting once rooting is underway. You can very gently tug on your cuttings to feel if they have formed some roots or not. You can probably safely transplant your new rooted Cistanthe cuttings into the garden after 1-2 months. Be aware that many other plants would take longer than Rock Purslane to root and be transplant ready. General information:Calandrinia spectabilis is a spectacular, shrubby perennial, up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall, with succulent, light to mid-green, diamond-shaped leaves. The leaves have soft hair and smooth margins. Flowers are poppy-shaped, bright magenta, and rise above the foliage on up to 2 feet (60 cm) long stalks. Calandrinia spectabilis This spectacular Chilean perennial gets my highest recommendation as the best, super EASY, everblooming, deer-resistant plant for a dry garden or difficult spot. A parade of charming, hot pink, flowers dances above fleshy blue-green rosettes from spring until first frost. This sturdy plant thrives in heat and drought when established, blooming nearly year-round in warm, frost-free regions. A handsome succulent that will infuse vibrant color to dry rock gardens, mixed borders, and containers. Evergreen. Rock purslane (Calandrinia spectabilis) is a frost-tender perennial that, in mild climates, produces masses of bright purple and pink, poppy-like blooms that attract bees and butterflies from spring until fall. The foliage is an attractive shade of bluish green. Calandrinia s are very easy to care for as they can tolerate prolonged dry periods. They do not like to much water, especially in the winter. Plants can grow as a short-lived perennial in warm regions but should be grown as annuals elsewhere. Propagate by taking cuttings or allow plants to self-seed in situ. Calandrinia spectabilis (aka Calandrinia grandiflora) - Rock Purslane. Rock Purslane is a lovely water-wise choice for rock gardens, borders and desert landscapes! Deep magenta flowers bloom nearly year-round. SHIPS FROM HOLLISTER, CALIFORNIA ~ SEE STORE FOR MORE ITEMS

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