Toucan Scarlet Shades Purslane

Toucan Scarlet Shades is a spreading Portulaca oleracea selection in PanAmerican Seed’s Toucan series. Its breeder gives a low, broad growth range for sunny containers and landscape use, while an exact seller listing identifies the flowers as red. ## Flowers and habit The [Toucan Scarlet Shades product page](https://www.panamseed.com/Products/137905594004957/purslane-toucan-scarlet-shades/) describes 2-inch flowers, a 3–4 inch height, a 14–16 inch spread, and flowering from late spring through summer. The page notes heat-loving, drought-tolerant performance. [SiteOne’s exact Scarlet Shades listing](https://www.siteone.com/en/82083b-portulaca-oleracea-toucan-scarlet-shades-purslane/p/906421) identifies red flowers. These sources support the selection’s red color and spreading habit. ## Growing conditions Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Use the low, spreading plant in containers, hanging baskets, or sunny ground-cover plantings. ## Maintenance Water regularly during establishment, then allow the soil to dry between waterings. Trim as needed to maintain the desired edge or container shape.