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Portulaca grandiflora (Rose Moss) Sheffield's Seed Co., Inc. (grown from our seed)
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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: Sow in the spring,lighty cover and keep moist.

Native to: Argentina, Brazil South, Uruguay
Native
Introduced

Portulaca grandiflora

Moss-rose Purslane, Rose Moss

In Stock: 4.481 lb (Total:4.481lb)

  • Portulaca grandiflora

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4.48 lb

Details

Germination:
60%
Germination test:
estimate
Purity:
99%
Seeds per lb:
2,808,630
Quantity:
4.48 lb
Collected in:
China
Crop year:
2025
Min. hardiness zone:
10
Item ID:
1836193

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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: Sow in the spring,lighty cover and keep moist.

Native to: Argentina, Brazil South, Uruguay
Native
Introduced
Discover the vibrant allure of Portulaca grandiflora, widely known as Moss Rose or Rose Moss. This stunning annual, native to the sunlit plains of Argentina, southern Brazil, and Uruguay, thrives effortlessly in hot, dry conditions, delivering colorful blooms throughout the summer. Revered in gardens worldwide, Moss Rose's showy, saucer-shaped flowers burst in a spectrum of hues—pink, peach, yellow, orange, red, fuchsia, lavender, and more—exploding from buds that resemble popcorn kernels. The blooms dazzle under bright sunlight, enthusiastically unfurling to nearly eclipse the plant's succulent-like foliage before closing at night and on overcast days.

With its robust green leaves and red-tinged, multi-branched stems, this semi-succulent is both resilient and visually appealing. Moss Rose is ideal for hot, arid landscapes, serving as an enchanting groundcover, vibrant edging plant, or an eye-catching addition to rocky settings and containers. Cultivate it in full sun and well-drained soils, from sandy to gravelly, for optimal splendor. Easy to grow from seed, it's an excellent low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking resilience and a dynamic splash of color.

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(315) 497-1058
269 NY-34 Locke NY 13092
seed@sheffields.com

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