How to grow purslane in potted plants? Planting time and method in home flower pots

Purslane is a relatively common wild vegetable. Friends who like to eat it can also grow it themselves. The seeds of this plant are very small. If you want to obtain high yields, it is best to choose to plant it in loose and fertile soil.

Purslane grows relatively fast. It will bloom in about 60-75 days after being potted , and will bear fruit after flowering. The fruiting period is from June to September every year.

How to Plant Purslane

1. Sowing method

The seeds of Purslane are very small, and the particles of the planting soil must also be small. It is also necessary to apply base fertilizer to the soil in advance, which will be more conducive to seed germination. Just keep the culture soil moist.

2. Seedling cultivation process

The growth of Portulaca oleracea seedlings is relatively slow, and you need to pay attention to regularly removing the weeds that grow there. Thinning is required when the seedlings are 3-4 cm tall, and they can be transplanted when they are 5 cm tall.

3. Transplantation management

After the Portulaca oleracea seedlings are successfully transplanted, you need to pay attention to the management of light, temperature, water and fertilizer, give them sufficient light, and do not water them blindly. You should master the principle of "watering when dry and watering when wet". During the growth period, you need to apply some nitrogen fertilizer, which can thicken the stems and leaves and improve the quality of the vegetables.