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Lay two plants next to each other — uses, risks, and whether either has a grow guide.
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Purslane
Portulaca oleracea
The lemony succulent in the cracks of the driveway — a salad weed richer in omega-3 than most garden greens.
Flavor
Lemon, cucumber, a little okra-slime. Pleasant cold, dull if overcooked.
Symptoms
inflammation, indigestion
In favor
Free if you stop weeding it
Days to harvest
30–45 days from sow; volunteers are ready when you notice them
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