Portulaca oleracea sativa Not the matting weed wildling, but big garden varieties that are upright and large-leafed. These do not become invasive, although they will self-sow and perform well if tended. Used by tradition as an esteemed vegetable, and for soup in the southwest. We use it raw for its juicy and lemony flavor as a summer salad item. Highest vegetable source for omega-3 fatty acids, well-documented for beneficial cardiovascular and cholesterol controlling effects. Chickens grazing on purslane produce high omega-3 eggs. The species has no freeze tolerance, but excels in the hottest weather. Seeds Per Ounce: 65,000 Seeds Per Packet: 1,500
Golden Golden yellow leaves are 1½” rounded, thick, and succulent. Used for a juicy lemon flavor in summer salads. Mounded compact growth to 14” tall. Space 8-12” apart in 12” rows. pricing and more
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Tall Green Emerald green leaves are 2” long by ½” wide, thick and juicy. Plants grow to 20” tall on reddish erect stems branching from the base. These are cut and bunched for use as a vegetable. Thrives in summer heat, but has no frost tolerance. pricing and more
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