How to prune portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango'

Midsummer if sprawl control is needed; otherwise no scheduled pruning required. If trimming, use scissors to cut trailing stems back lightly by up to one-quarter, just above a leaf node. Do not cut back hard — portulaca dislikes severe pruning.

Rarely; once mid-season only if needed for shape. Portulaca 'Sundial Mango' is largely self-maintaining — flowers open and close with light and drop cleanly without deadheading. Pruning is rarely necessary. If plants become sprawly by midsummer, trim lightly by up to one-quarter to encourage fresh growth. Beyond that, let this drought-tough annual grow with minimal intervention.

If trimming, use scissors to cut trailing stems back lightly by up to one-quarter, just above a leaf node. Do not cut back hard — portulaca dislikes severe pruning.