Claytonia perfoliata (Purslane)Herb SEEDS
£3.00
Some Herbs may be too tall for our standard packaging and will be trimmed to fit. This will not be detrimental to the plant but will mean that these herbs will flower later in the year.
The Blister packs used to protect our beautiful herbs during transit are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be recycled kerbside.
Purslane (Claytonia perfoliata) Herb Seeds
Purslane this American native is also known as miner's lettuce, as it was widely eaten during the Californian Goldrush. Totally hardy, it is an excellent cut-and-come-again salad crop right through the winter months. Preferring cooler temperatures for optimal production, it will grow in most soil types, asking only consistent moisture.This great winter salad crop should give a continuous supply of leaves from October to May. Usually you will get 4 or 5 cuts through this period; the last couple of crops in the spring are the best, because they produce tiny white edible flowers through the centre of the leaf.
Herb Usage
An excellent cut-and-come-again salad crop right through the winter months. High in Vitamin C, Cut using scissors, ensuring that the main growing stem is left intact for more production. You might want to trim the stems a little.
Growing Instructions
Sow in pots/seed trays.Leave uncovered. Maintain min 15'C. Germination 14-21 days. Keep moist
Buy Purslane seeds Online
Our Purslane Herb Seeds are generally available to buy online all year round.
| Claytonia perfoliata (Purslane)Herb SEEDS | |
|---|---|
| Aspect/Site | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Free draining soil |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Height | 30cm |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Latin Name | Claytonia perfoliata |
| Hardiness | RHS rating H2 - Tender - Keep frost free |
| Culinary | Salads |
| Scented | None |
| Medicinal/Cosmetic | None |
| Flowering/Harvest/Interest | Winter |
| Special Features | None |
| Type of Garden | Herb |
