Add a splash of vibrant color to your garden with Portulaca Moss Rose (Portulaca grandiflora), an heirloom flowering plant admired for its bright, multi-colored blooms and low-maintenance growth. These seeds grow into hardy, succulent perennials ideal for garden beds, borders, rockeries, and container planting. Perfect for home gardeners seeking ornamental flowers that thrive in full sun, require minimal care, and provide continuous seasonal color.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Portulaca Moss Rose (Heirloom Flower)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading perennial
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Height: 10–20 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Red, pink, yellow, orange, white, and multi-colored varieties
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Blooming Season: Late spring through autumn
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Sunlight: Full sun
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Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
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Water Requirements: Low; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Very low; deadheading optional
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: No special pre-treatment required; can soak for a few hours to enhance germination.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep in well-draining soil or seed-starting mix.
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Temperature: Maintain 20–25°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish; avoid overwatering.
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Germination Time: 7–14 days depending on conditions.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 15–20 cm apart in beds, borders, or containers.
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Care: Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering; extremely low-maintenance.
