Checking in on my Proven Winners plants, Supertunia in Burgundy and Mojave Tangerine Portulaca.
Back in April I shared photos of new Proven Winners plants I had just received. Here’s an update on two varieties that have really impressed me this season.
The Supertunia Picasso in Burgundy has been exceptional. Although this exact color is newer and not yet listed on the Proven Winners site, it is closely related to their Picasso series, like Picasso in Pink. Of all the petunias I’ve grown, this is the most floriferous—an endless display of blooms. The flowers are smaller than typical petunias, which gives the plant a remarkably dense, carpeted look of blossoms. The color is a rich deep purple with a subtle green rim that adds visual interest and depth. I planted two of these in hanging planters on my porch, and they’ve become a focal point—lush, full, and consistently covered in flowers.
Beside the Supertunias I planted Mojave Tangerine Portulaca. This is a compact, low-growing plant that thrives in heat and tolerates drought exceptionally well. It has small, fleshy leaves and soft tangerine-colored flowers that provide a warm, glowing contrast to the deep purple of the Supertunia. I appreciate the texture contrast too—the Portulaca’s succulent foliage balances the Supertunia’s billowy blooms. Pairing colors from opposite sides of the color wheel, like purple and tangerine, often makes each hue appear more vibrant, and that’s certainly the case here.
Both plants are reliable performers. The Supertunia requires regular deadheading or light maintenance to keep the display consistent, while the Mojave Tangerine Portulaca needs minimal watering once established and handles full sun with ease. Together they create a dynamic, low-effort combination that looks deliberately styled without demanding constant care.
If you’re looking for bold color and easy maintenance on a porch or in hanging containers, consider combining a profuse petunia like Supertunia Picasso in Burgundy with a compact, drought-tolerant Portulaca such as Mojave Tangerine. The mix of texture, form, and contrasting color makes for a season-long display that’s both striking and simple to care for.
Overall, I couldn’t be happier with how these Proven Winners selections have performed. They’ve added dependable color, texture, and interest to my porch plantings all season long.