Moss Rose Seeds - Flower Plant

Moss rose seeds produce low-growing, warm-season annual plants with a spreading, mat-forming habit. These plants develop succulent stems and narrow leaves, making them well adapted to dry and sunny environments. Moss rose thrives in warm climates and performs well in garden beds, borders, rock gardens, and containers. It prefers well-drained soil and requires minimal watering once established, making it suitable for areas with high sunlight and limited moisture.

Features

• Low-growing plant with spreading, mat-forming habit
• Adapted to warm, dry, and sunny conditions
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, rock gardens, and containers
• Tolerates well-drained soils with low moisture levels
• Establishes quickly in warm environments

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Portulaca grandiflora
• Common Name (US): Moss Rose
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental flower variety
• Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading annual
• USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Summer
• Sowing Season: March to May (direct sowing in warm regions); April to June (cooler regions)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 20–30°C with light exposure and minimal covering
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate, allow soil to dry between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 10–20 cm height; 20–30 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 15–20 cm between plants