Purslane is often considered a weed, but instead it is a plant to grow with care, because it is rich in nutrients and "good fats"
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himPurslane is often considered a weed, but for some it is a plant to grow because it is rich in nutrients and "good fats".
La purslane, or purslane oleracea, is a type of grass that grows spontaneously, which is why it is often considered as a weed. It is edible and highly nutritious, because it contains many beneficial substances and, mainly, omega-3 fatty acids.
Obviously, some consider it an invasive scourge for the garden, as once established it can be difficult to remove; indeed, eradicating it by pulling it by hand is fruitless because it can actually make the problem worse. Pulling by hand means breaking off the roots, and even the smallest piece that remains in the soil will create an entirely new plant. The best way to treat this is to use a herbicide. (Read also: Edible weeds: 10 wild herbs to collect and eat)
Best Irrigation Practices
For those who love this plant and want it to grow beautiful and lush, here are some tips to maintain a good level of moisture in the soil, especially in summer.
Un healthy, nutrient-rich soil and with good organic matter, such as compost, it will hold water much easier than weak, poor soil.
Here is how to perform aoptimal irrigation:
- Usa it mulch, that is the natural material to put around the plant, to help it conserve water and retain some humidity.
- Water purslane only when you need it, to better orient yourself, do the classic finger test in the soil at least up to the knuckle.
- Use the technique ofidrozona, this means planting species with similar water needs together; for example, deep root vegetables, such as tomatoes and asparagus should go together and will benefit from deep, but less frequent watering.
- Water early in the morning before the heat of the day: plants will appreciate access to water when they need it most, in the hottest hours of the day.
- Check ed get rid of weeds that can "steal" water from purslane.
- Instead of using a tube, consider using a watering can to provide water only in the areas you wish to irrigate.
- Crea ground mini-tanks around the base of each plant to prevent water from flowing out.
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