SESUVIUM PORTULACASTRUM ( ICE-PLANT FAMILY) 8 CM POT SIZE
🪴 Tough & Beautiful – Sesuvium, the Perfect Coastal Ground Cover
Sesuvium Portulacastrum is a fast-spreading, succulent ground cover known for its resilience in coastal and saline environments. This low-growing, mat-forming plant features fleshy, reddish-green stems and glossy, linear leaves that store water, making it highly drought- and salt-tolerant. It produces small, vibrant pink to purple flowers from the leaf axils, typically blooming throughout the warmer months. The flowers attract pollinators and add a delicate touch of color to coastal landscapes.
HOW TO CARE
☀️ Sunlight:
Prefers full sun for healthy growth and flowering
Can tolerate partial shade but blooms best in bright light
💧 Watering:
Low water needs once established
Water only when the soil is dry; avoid overwatering
🌱 Soil:
Thrives in sandy, well-drained soil
Can tolerate saline or poor-quality soils
🌡️ Temperature:
Loves warm, coastal climates
Drought- and salt-tolerant, but protect from frost
🌼 Fertilizer:
Grows well without much feeding
Optional: Use a balanced fertilizer once every few months for faster spread
✂️ Maintenance:
Trim occasionally to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
Great for erosion control and ground cover
