How and when should I cut back my purslane to keep it from being leggy?

How and when should I cut back my purslane to keep it from being leggy?
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Trim your plants down to around 7" to 71/2" on the stem, then add milk to the soil in the pots, not much mind you, maybe 2 oz for small pot, 3 oz for med. pot and 4 oz to large pot. they will thank you for the extra nutrients by providing you with many flowers.
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