Purslane is an annual succulent type leafy vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked. When harvesting, you can expect to harvest mature leaves in about 50 days after you plant your seeds. We recommend taking regular cuttings from the plant, making sure to leave at least two inches of space to ensure the plant will re-grow and continue to produce in the Gardyn. New stems and leaves will re-grow continually for several weeks. In fact, you might find the hardest part of cultivating this tangy green is keeping it from growing a little too well. We suggest checking the roots of your Purslane monthly and trimming any that are brown or extending past the yPod. Purslane likes fresh water, while growing it, top off your tank once a week to keep your plant happy and healthy. This plant should be trimmed back regularly to prevent bolting, and pollination will not be required or recommended. While this plant does not require thinning, we recommend not having more than three seedlings per yCube.